Odbrana struke: VST Ignores Venice Commission and Punishes Unsuitable Prosecutors
The informal association of judges and public prosecutors "Odbrana struke" accused the High Prosecutorial Council (VST) today of deliberately ignoring the recommendations of the Venice Commission at its last session, implementing "punitive measures" against unsuitable prosecutors and continuing the practice of political influence on the judiciary.
TL;DR
- "Odbrana struke" accuses the High Prosecutorial Council (VST) of ignoring Venice Commission recommendations.
- The association claims the VST is implementing "punitive measures" against prosecutors handling cases unfavorable to the executive branch.
- Two prosecutors, Irena Bjeloš and Aleksandar Barac, were not returned to their previous posts after their mandates were prematurely terminated.
- The VST is criticized for continuing the practice of transferring prosecutors from lower to higher prosecutor's offices, favoring some while others remain understaffed.
- "Odbrana struke" believes these actions indicate a disregard for European standards and a continuation of political influence on the judiciary.