Polish Parliament Upholds Immunity for One Lawmaker, Approves Prosecution for Another

Poland's Sejm (parliament) voted on Friday to uphold the parliamentary immunity of Adam Dziedzic, a member of the Polish People's Party (PSL). The decision came after a request to lift his immunity, stemming from a private accusation by his cousin, Artur Szwed. Szwed alleged that Dziedzic assaulted him during a family Christmas party in 2024.

During the parliamentary debate, lawmakers noted the unclear circumstances surrounding the alleged incident, including a long-standing conflict between the two men. Szwed's representative argued that the altercation was not political and should be settled in court. Dziedzic, however, claimed that Szwed had repeatedly provoked him, demanding that Dziedzic use his political position to find him employment, and resorting to insults when refused. The Sejm's regulatory committee had previously recommended against lifting Dziedzic's immunity.

In a separate but related matter, the Sejm also voted to allow the prosecution of Wojciech Król, a member of the Civic Platform (KO) party, based on a request from the European Public Prosecutor's Office (EPPO). Król faces charges related to alleged corruption offenses impacting EU interests, specifically concerning the management of EU funds and public procurement processes.

However, the Sejm rejected the EPPO's request for Król's arrest and temporary detention. European Prosecutor General Laura Kovesi had previously stated that the EPPO's request to lift immunity was a necessary procedural step under both EU and Polish law. The EPPO's investigation involves allegations of a complex corruption scheme affecting EU financial interests.

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is a necessary procedural step that is required by both EU and Polish legislation.