Rusinova Remains in Post While Disciplinary Proceedings Continue
Translated from Bulgarian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- The Supreme Judicial Council's Prosecutor's College unanimously decided not to remove Emilia Rusinova from her posts.
- Rusinova will remain in her positions, including acting head of the Sofia City Prosecutor's Office and deputy appellate prosecutor.
- The decision comes as Rusinova faces a disciplinary investigation.
The Prosecutor's College of the Supreme Judicial Council has unanimously decided against removing Emilia Rusinova from her various posts, allowing her to continue serving. The decision means Rusinova will not be temporarily suspended from her roles, including her acting position as head of the Sofia City Prosecutor's Office and her role as deputy appellate prosecutor.
This ruling comes at a time when Rusinova is currently undergoing a disciplinary investigation. The details of this investigation have not been made public, but the Prosecutor's College's decision indicates that the proceedings will not immediately impact her ability to perform her duties.
The unanimous vote underscores the college's collective stance on the matter, signaling a unified approach to Rusinova's situation. Her continued tenure in these significant prosecutorial positions suggests that the disciplinary proceedings will run their course without preemptive action from the judicial oversight body.
Originally published by Dnevnik in Bulgarian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.