Jerusalem District Court

Ben-Gvir reverses course and signs promotion

The National Security Minister told the Jerusalem District Court this morning (Thursday) that he will approve Assistant Commissioner Ruti Aushlich's promotion to the rank of Deputy Commissioner.

Stabbing of officer four years ago ruled a terror attack

The judges rejected the defendant's claims of mental distress and a purely personal background, and held that he acted with intent to kill a police officer for nationalist motives and to create fear among the public.

Driver who rammed teen walks free

Court rejects police request to keep driver who rammed teen Yosef Eisental under house arrest.

Court dismisses lawsuit against apartments near security fence

The court dismissed Regavim's petition and that of the Gush Etzion Regional Council against two 12‑storey towers adjacent to the security fence in southern Jerusalem.

Senior member of Lev Tahor cult sentenced to prison

Elazar Rompler was convicted of assaulting a minor in the cult. He was extradited to Israel after fleeing trial.

Court issues blow to police

Court orders driver who rammed and killed 14-year-old Yosef Eisental released to house arrest, in opposition to police's demand to extend his arrest.

Hefty fee for Arabs who attacked Jerusalem family's home

The court ruled that two individuals who assaulted a Jewish family's home in Jerusalem must compensate them with more than NIS 1.6 million.

Court rejects request:

Netanyahu trial to be heard four days a week

The court has rejected the Prime Minister's request to hold hearings in the cases against him three days a week. Starting in November, hearings will be held every day from Sunday through Wednesday.

48 years in prison for terrorist who wounded seven Jews

The Jerusalem District Court today sentenced attacker Amir Sidawi to 48 years in prison for the shooting attack in the Old City about three and a half years ago, in which seven people were wounded, including a pregnant woman.

Petition calls to cancel Bar Association decision on strike

Attorney Eran Ben Ari filed an urgent petition to cancel the Israel Bar Association's decision to encourage employees not to come to work on Sunday.

Judges accept request:

Netanyahu won't testify in court this week

Jerusalem District Court accepts PM's request to delay the upcoming hearings in his trial.

18 years for teenage terrorist who murdered Sgt. Asil Sawaed

Terrorist who stabbed a Border Police officer to death on a bus in Shuafat 2years ago when he was 13 given 18-year prison sentence.

Netanyahu trials:

Netanyahu seeks to postpone testimony by two and a half months

In an appeal to Jerusalem District Court, Prime Minister's attorneys argue that the security situation in recent months has prevented proper preparation for the testimony.

Burqa clashes:

Court orders Jewish suspect released to house arrest

Jerusalem court accepts appeal and orders suspect released despite police opposition. Other suspect remains in custody at hospital.

Prominent anti-vax doctor has license permanently revoked

Dr. Aryeh Avni "poses a real danger to public safety," stated Jerusalem Court judge.

Court orders Facebook to lift restrictions on Ben-Gvir's account

Jerusalem District Court orders Facebook to restore right-wing MKs account pending final decision in his lawsuit against the company,

Court overturns ruling permitting Jewish prayer on Temple Mount

Jerusalem District Court accepts police appeal against Magistrate Court ruling permitting Jews to pray silently on Temple Mount.

Court denies request to postpone Netanyahu's trial

Court denied request despite Prosecution's admission that additional time required to study new materials.

Evidence phase of Netanyahu trial postponed to February

Court exempts defendants from attending December hearing on Netanyahu trial, pushes back evidentiary phase until February.

Jerusalem court to rule on Malka Leifer in September

Jerusalem District Court hears new arguments from defense lawyers for Malka Leifer as Australia seeks her extradition.

Judge: Palestinian Authority responsible for terror attacks

Jerusalem judge Moshe Drori rules Palestinian Authority responsible for terror attacks, must pay victims compensation, court fees.

Cleared for publication: Relatives suspected of Kadouri murder

Husband and wife, relatives of murdered Jerusalem couple, revealed as main suspects in the double murder.

'Shaked revolution:' Jerusalem court hears Yesha petitions

Jerusalem District Court hears first petition from Judea and Samaria under law relieving burden on the Supreme Court.

'An end to ridiculous Supreme Court rulings'

Attorney Nati Rom hails precedent-setting decision allowing growth of Samaria town.

'A strategically important ruling'

Justice Minister Shaked praises court decision declaring residents of Samaria town owners of their land.

Court grants Samaria residents right to their town

Jerusalem District Court rules residents of Mitzpe Kramim are the legal owners of their land under 'Market ouvert' clause.

9 'Matmidim' members busted for defrauding state of millions

Jerusalem court convicts nine haredim for inflating a number of students studying at a Yeshiva in order to obtain fraudulent benefits.

J'lem court to hear appeal of website fined over 'Jewish labor'

District Court to hear appeal today, after site encouraging Jewish labor is fined 40,000 shekels by Magistrates' Court for 'discrimination.'

Rock-throwers given prison terms for Israeli man's death

Jerusalem Arabs convicted of manslaughter in Alexander Levlovich's death in 2015 get sentences ranging from 8 to 15 years.

A first: Israeli court orders PA to compensate torture victims

Jerusalem court orders PA to compensate torture victims, including a man with a Jewish mother who was tortured to death.

Shaked's revolutionary initiative

Justice Minister aims to move land claims in Judea and Samaria from Supreme Court to local courts, protecting against leftist petitions.

Court blocks 'explosive' demolition of illegal Arab homes in Jlm

Jerusalem court halts planned demolition of illegal homes, which are to be leveled with explosive charges.

Teen indicted for attacking Arab man who met with Jewish woman

Jerusalem prosecutor indicts Modiin Illit teen for allegedly attacking Arab man who had accompanied a Jewish female co-worker.

Indictments against 14 haredim over violent demonstrations.

14 indictments submitted against haredim who disrupted public order in Jerusalem and Beit Shemesh during violent demonstrations.

Police outraged at release of terrorist's daughter

Court decides to release the daughter of terrorist who murdered two in shooting last week in Jerusalem

Doctor's license revoked after working as a 'home birth expert'

A doctor who presented himself as a "home birth expert" had his license revoked for "negligence" and "conduct unbecoming."

Murder at the grocery store

A family feud seemed to have died down, until Muhamad Alkam stabbed a shopper in his father's store - over a few shekels.

Prison for 5 Arabs who assaulted Jews in Jerusalem

Armon Hanatziv gang found to have targeted Orthodox couples in brutal attacks last June.

Terror victim's family confront terrorist at court

More than 150 people arrive at Jerusalem District Court to attend the trial of the terrorist who murdered Shalom Sherki.

Explosives, rifles found next to Jerusalem Court

Arab father and son arrested after explosives, rifles and ammo unearthed in their home adjacent to Jerusalem District Court.

Firebomb thrown at Jerusalem district court

Firefighters reveal Molotov cocktail fortunately didn't make it into the building, burned on the stairs near guard booth.

'I Looked into the Eyes of My Father's Murderers'

Terror victim Alexander Levlovich's son outraged over decision to prosecute his father's killers on manslaughter charges, and not murder.

Supreme Court Reduces Hamas Terrorist's Sentence

Today of all days: justices reduce terrorist's sentence for helping ISA, police.

Firebomber Indicted for Attacking Police in Jerusalem

19-year-old Issawiya resident charged in Jerusalem court with arson and assault for series of firebombings between 2012 and 2014.

Israeli Arabs Sentenced in Wedding Hall Terror Plot

Three terrorists had planned to shoot as many people as possible in crowded Jerusalem wedding hall in 2014.

Court Overrules Order Allowing Glick to Visit Temple Mount

Jerusalem District Court accepts appeal against ruling allowing Temple Mount activist Yehuda Glick to ascend to holy site once a month.

Three Bat Ayin Residents Indicted for Assault on Arab, Soldier

Two minors and one 19 year-old accused of throwing rocks at Arab vehicles, vandalizing olive orchards.

Arab Arsonists Behind Orit London's Death Indicted

The three men who started the revenge fire in Jerusalem that killed Orit London have been indicted on charges of manslaughter and arson.

Three Arabs Planned Terror Attack Disguised as Hareidim

Jerusalem District Court convicts three Israeli Arabs for planning attack on event hall in Bayit Vegan, disguised as Jewish guests.

Man Arrested for Threatening Eli Yishai

A man, 25, arrested Monday for threatening MK Eli Yishai was brought to court Thursday, where police requested further detention.

Name of Soldier Accused of Shooting Palestinian Boy Released

Ben Deri, 21, is the Border Patrol officer accused of shooting a Palestinian boy dead during Nakba riots in May.

Indictment: Islamists Planned to Attack Feiglin, Glick

Arab rioters allegedly planned targeted attack on Likud MK Feiglin, Temple Mount rights activist Glick - the day before Glick was shot.

Soldier Indicted for Shooting Palestinian During Nakba Riots

Border Police soldier indicted for shooting Palestinian boy with live bullet, when he had and was instructed to use rubber bullets.

Twice in Three Days: Arab Ambush at Jerusalem District Court

After family car with seven kids on board assaulted Monday, another Jewish car damaged on same street near court building.

Arabs Ambush Car with 7 Kids Inside Near J'lem District Court

'Silent intifada' rages on as family car with children as young as six months old targeted in potentially lethal hail of rocks.

Landmark case

Court Rules Palestinian Authority Liable for Terrorist Murders

In precedent-setting case surrounding murder of three Israelis, Jerusalem court rejects PA's 'statehood' claim as grounds for 'immunity'.

Permitted for Publication

Details Emerge in Arab Teen's Murder Investigation

Several of the suspects were involved in other crimes, court statements reveal; some have been sent for psychological evaluation.

Jerusalem Resident Convicted of Working with Hamas

Israeli Arab financially supported terrorist prisoners, harbored plans for future terror attacks. But does the punishment fit the crime?

Cleared for Publication

Terror Cell Nabbed in Issawiya

Terrorists responsible for attacks in the French Hill neighborhood, on Mount Scopus university campus, officials say.

Suspects Named in 2012 Jerusalem Stage Collapse Case

Six parties being charged with criminal negligence and involuntary manslaughter in 2012 lighting pole collapse which killed IDF officer.