Serbian Judges to Engage in Dialogue on Ethics Code Amendments

Serbia's Judges' Forum has secured a commitment from the High Judicial Council (VSS) to engage in a formal institutional dialogue concerning proposed amendments to the Code of Ethics for Judges. The initiative, accepted by the VSS, specifically targets revisions related to judges' freedom of speech and expression.

A meeting was convened at the VSS President Bojana Coguric's invitation to review the proposals. The Judges' Forum stressed that fostering open and constructive dialogue between judges and judicial institutions is paramount for reinforcing the rule of law and ensuring judicial independence within the country.

The Judges' Forum reiterated its dedication to advocating for judges' freedom of speech. It also aims to continuously enhance the Code of Ethics, ensuring its alignment with contemporary European standards and the recommendations put forth by relevant international bodies. The forum, a non-governmental professional association established in 2015, is committed to strengthening judicial integrity and independence.