The Consultative Committee
The Consultative Committee has been established under Section 23(1) of the Office of Director of Public Prosecutions Act, Act No. 2 of 2010. For the time being, the Committee constitutes the following members:
Committee Establishment
The Consultative Committee operates under the legal framework established by the Office of Director of Public Prosecutions Act, Act No. 2 of 2010, Section 23(1). This committee plays a crucial role in the oversight and improvement of the prosecution service and criminal justice system in Zanzibar.
Committee Members
Chairman who has been appointed by the Minister
Judge of High Court recommended by the Chief Justice and appointed by the Minister
Director of Public Prosecutions
Commissioner of Offenders Educational Centre
Deputy Director of Criminal Investigation
Registrar of High Court
Chief Government Chemist
Chief Medical Officer
Representative of the Zanzibar Law Society
Three other members appointed by the Minister
Three other members appointed by the Minister to represent organizations or institutions having interest in the prosecution service or criminal justice in general, currently represented by:
- The Director General of the Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes Authority
- The Commissioner General of Drugs Control and Enforcement Authority
Functions of the Committee
According to Section 23 (8) of the Act, the Committee shall have the following functions: