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On 21 February 2025, The Sejm's Rules of Procedure Committee dealt with the motion to waive the immunity of Jarosław Kaczyński, submitted by the Euro MP of the Civic Coalition, Krzysztof Brejza. The president of the Law and Justice Committee was not present at the committee meeting, but forwarded his position in writing. In a statement, Kaczyński objected to bringing him to criminal liability, arguing that his words were part of the proceedings before the committee of inquiry, and the witness has the right to formulate opinions, even if they are incorrect or wrong.
Background Cases: Kaczyński's message about Brejza
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Kaczyński's statement, which became the reason for the motion to waive immunity, afraid the words spoken by the PiS president during the Pegasus Committee of Inquiry. Kaczyński suggested that Brejza committed a crime, which the KO politician considered a violation of his good name. Brejza announced legal steps, arguing that Kaczyński's words crossed the line of public debate.
Kaczyński's position: message and Argumentation
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In his statement, Kaczyński stressed that as a witness before the committee of inquiry, he had the right to formulate opinions, even if they were incorrect or wrong. PiS president argued that his words were part of the proceedings before the committee of inquiry, and were not intended to defame Breyza. Kaczyński stressed that as a Member, he enjoys immunity, which protects him from criminal liability for statements and actions related to his mandate.
Position of the Committee on Rules of Procedure and the Sejm
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The Sejm's Rules of Procedure Committee is examining the motion of Krzysztof Brejza, but the final decision is up to the Sejm. If Members decide to waive immunity, Jarosław Kaczyński may be sued by Brejza in a criminal trial for defamation. Much depends on the decision of the Sejm, which may have serious consequences for the political situation in Poland.
Legal Aspects Affairs
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According to Article 105 of the Constitution of the Republic of Poland, a associate benefits from immunity, which protects him from criminal liability for statements and actions related to his mandate. However, the penal code provides that where a associate commits a crime, immunity may be waived. In this case, Brejza claims that Kaczyński crossed the line of public debate and violated his good name.
Political and Expert Reactions
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Many politicians and experts have commented on this issue. any argue that Kaczyński abused his position and should endure consequences. Others claim that Brejza is trying to usage this situation to attack Kaczyński and PiS. Public opinion polls besides show that society is divided on this issue.
Event Run Summary
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February 21, 2025: The Sejm's Rules of Procedure Committee shall consider the request of Krzysztof Brejza to waive immunity to Jarosław Kaczyński.
21 February 2025: Jarosław Kaczyński transmits his position in writing, in which he opposes bringing him to criminal responsibility.
In the coming days: the Sejm will decide to waive Kaczyński's immunity or reject Breyza's application.
In this case, much depends on the decision of the Sejm, which may have serious consequences for the political situation in Poland. Will Kaczyński face a criminal trial for defamation or will the Sejm reject Breyza's application? Only time will tell.
Continued here:
Immunity Case of Jarosław Kaczyński: Controversies and Consequences
