Egypt Delays New Criminal Procedure Law Until October 2027

President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi has ratified Law No. 160 of 2026, postponing the implementation of Egypt’s new Criminal Procedure Law until October 1, 2027.

The measure changes the start date for Law No. 174 of 2025, which sets out the new criminal procedure framework.

The postponement concerns when the new law takes effect, rather than its repeal. October 1, 2027, is now the scheduled date for implementation.

While the announcement confirms the delay and its legal basis, the information provided does not explain why it was approved or detail any preparations planned before the new start date.