Israeli Court Orders Removal of Electronic Bracelet for Singer Moshiko Mor After 16 Months

After more than 16 months under electronic monitoring, Israeli singer Moshiko Mor has been granted a relaxation of his release conditions by the court, which ordered the removal of his electronic bracelet. Mor, who faces serious sexual assault charges, will remain under house arrest in Afula but is now permitted to leave for work and limited recreational outings. However, he is still prohibited from performing at private events. The court delayed implementing the decision by 48 hours to allow the prosecution to file an appeal.

Mor was indicted on allegations that after a concert, he invited a friend and the complainant to a party at his apartment, where he allegedly sexually assaulted the complainant by locking the door, using force, and causing injury. The indictment includes two counts of rape and one count of sodomy. The prosecution argued that Mor’s actions demonstrated a danger to the public and the complainant, citing repeated offenses.

In its ruling, the court considered arguments from both sides, reviewed a probation service report, and noted Mor’s compliance with release conditions throughout the monitoring period. The probation service recommended removing the electronic monitoring and allowing Mor to work under supervision. The court accepted this recommendation but denied Mor’s request to attend private performances, citing previous court decisions.

Mor’s attorneys expressed hope that the prosecution would respect the court’s decision and cease what they described as obsessive persecution based on the complainant’s inconsistent statements.