Algerian authorities are strengthening efforts to combat tax evasion by granting specialized courts direct authority to initiate legal proceedings. Recent clarifications from the General Tax Directorate (DGI) outline the procedures for filing complaints against individuals involved in tax fraud, as defined by the 2026 finance law. This move aims to streamline prosecution and increase accountability for financial crimes. Previously, pursuing tax evasion cases involved a more complex process. The new regulations empower financial courts – specialized branches of the judicial system – to act independently. This development signals a firmer stance against financial wrongdoing within Algeria and a commitment to improving tax compliance. The changes are expected to accelerate investigations and prosecutions related to tax fraud.