Sirte – January 09, 2026 – Final preparations are underway in the city of Sirte for the opening of the new Courts and Prosecutions Complex, ahead of the commencement of judicial work there starting next Sunday. This is part of efforts to support the judicial authority’s infrastructure and improve the working environment within judicial institutions.
It was confirmed that the opening of the Courts and Prosecutions Complex represents a new achievement for the judicial apparatus in Sirte, carried out under the supervision of the Office of the Attorney General. Judicial work will officially commence at the complex starting next Sunday.
It was clarified that the opening ceremony will be attended by the head and members of the Supreme Judicial Council, and will include the inauguration of the Sirte Court of Appeal alongside the Sirte Courts and Prosecutions Complex.
The fully equipped Sirte Courts and Prosecutions Complex building contains 56 administrative offices distributed across two floors, including 25 administrative offices designated for the Sirte Primary Court.
The building also houses two courtrooms affiliated with the Sirte Primary Court. The first courtroom is located on the first floor and has a capacity of 30 seats, being fully equipped. The second courtroom is on the second floor with a capacity of 50 seats, in addition to a side deliberation room.
The complex also includes designated waiting halls for visitors, which contributes to organizing work and facilitating litigation procedures.
The second floor of the new judicial complex houses the office of the President of the Sirte Primary Court, which is fully equipped, followed by a meeting room, alongside an administrative office for the head of the court’s office director.
The Sirte Primary Court oversees four partial courts: the Sirte Partial Court, the Bin Jawad Partial Court, the Abu Najim Partial Court, and the Al-Hayshah Partial Court.
During an inspection tour of the building prior to the official opening, it was observed that the maintenance and preparation works were executed with a high level of quality and efficiency, completed by a company commissioned by the Office of the Attorney General.
Sirte
Sirte is a coastal city in Libya that gained prominence as the birthplace and stronghold of former leader Muammar Gaddafi, who developed it extensively during his rule. Historically a minor settlement, it was the site of significant battles during the 2011 Libyan Civil War and the subsequent conflict in 2016, leaving much of it heavily damaged.
Courts and Prosecutions Complex
The Courts and Prosecutions Complex is a modern administrative and judicial center in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, which consolidates numerous courts and prosecution offices into a single facility. Its development was part of a broader judicial reform initiative to enhance the efficiency and accessibility of the Saudi legal system.
Office of the Attorney General
The Office of the Attorney General is the chief legal office of the United States federal government, responsible for representing the country in legal matters and overseeing the Department of Justice. It was established by the Judiciary Act of 1789, with the Attorney General serving as a member of the President’s Cabinet since its inception.
Supreme Judicial Council
The Supreme Judicial Council is a high-level judicial body in many countries, typically responsible for overseeing the judiciary, ensuring its independence, and managing the affairs of judges. Its history often stems from constitutional reforms aimed at separating judicial governance from direct executive control, with its specific powers and formation varying by nation.
Sirte Court of Appeal
The Sirte Court of Appeal is a major judicial institution in Libya, located in the city of Sirte. Historically, the city gained significant political prominence under Muammar Gaddafi’s rule, which elevated the importance of its administrative and legal buildings, including this court.
Sirte Primary Court
The Sirte Primary Court is a judicial institution located in the city of Sirte, Libya. Historically, the court has operated within the Libyan legal system, with its functions and status significantly impacted by the country’s periods of conflict and political instability since 2011.
Sirte Partial Court
The Sirte Partial Court is a local judicial body located in the city of Sirte, Libya. It was established to handle civil, criminal, and administrative cases within its jurisdiction, operating within the framework of the Libyan judicial system that has faced significant disruption and reconstruction following the 2011 revolution and subsequent conflicts.
Bin Jawad Partial Court
The Bin Jawad Partial Court is a local judicial facility located in the town of Bin Jawad in northeastern Libya. It operates within the Libyan legal system to handle civil, criminal, and family law cases at a district level, though its functionality has been significantly disrupted by the conflict and political instability following the 2011 revolution.
Abu Najim Partial Court
The Abu Najim Partial Court is a judicial facility located in Baghdad, Iraq, primarily handling civil and minor criminal cases within its jurisdiction. It operates as part of the country’s modern legal system, established following the reorganization of Iraq’s judiciary in the post-2003 period.
Al-Hayshah Partial Court
The Al-Hayshah Partial Court is a judicial body located in the city of Al-Hayshah, Libya. It operates as a local court of first instance, handling civil, criminal, and personal status cases within its jurisdiction as part of the Libyan judicial system established following the country’s independence.
