Serbia Judicial Laws
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Serbian opposition figures criticize Justice Minister Nenad Vujić and Parliament Speaker Ana Brnabić for claiming a positive Venice Commission opinion on recent judicial laws. A Serbian prosecutor warns that these laws will have long-lasting negative consequences, allegedly undermining judicial independence.
Judicial Union President: Law text sent to Venice Commission differs from parliamentary version
- The President of the Judicial Officers Union claims the proposed "Mrdic laws" differ from the version submitted to the Venice Commission. - He stated that the proposed amendments did not receive the necessary support from the High Prosecutorial Council. - Serbia faces a potential "international scandal" if the Venice Commission reviews one text while the National Assembly considers another.
Venice Commission recommends excluding minister from Judicial Academy board
- The Venice Commission has issued an opinion on Serbia's draft law for the Judicial Academy, accepting its role as the sole entry point to the judiciary but emphasizing the need for greater autonomy.…
Venice Commission: Serbia’s judicial reforms show progress but need further work
- The Council of Europe's Venice Commission has issued an opinion on Serbia's judicial reform package, noting progress but highlighting remaining shortcomings. - The commission warned that certain pro…
Venice Commission issues opinion on revision of "Mrdić laws"
- The Venice Commission has issued a follow-up opinion on Serbia's "Mrdić laws," stating that seven out of nine recommendations have been implemented. - Two key recommendations remain unresolved: one …
Serbian Parliament to debate judicial reforms, youth housing support
- The Serbian Parliament will convene on June 16 to discuss 32 agenda items, including judicial reforms and housing support for youth. - Proposed changes to judicial laws have received positive feedba…
