MECHANISMS FOR APPOINTING AND DISMISSING COURT
PRESIDENTS IN POLAND – THE MINISTERIAL MODEL
OF JUDICIAL ADMINISTRATION
MECHANISMS FOR APPOINTING AND DISMISSING COURT
PRESIDENTS IN POLAND – THE MINISTERIAL MODEL
OF JUDICIAL ADMINISTRATION
Author(s): Krzysztof ChmielarzSubject(s): Public Administration, Public Law, Administrative Law
Published by: Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Rzeszowskiego
Keywords: judicial administration; president of the court; vice-president of the court; Minister of Justice;
Summary/Abstract: The article analyzes the role of court presidents in the Polish legal system, highlighting theirdual function as both judges and administrative authorities responsible for court management. It raisesconcerns about the impact of the ministerial model, where the Minister of Justice has significantdiscretion in appointing and dismissing court presidents, potentially compromising judicial inde-pendence. The analysis suggests that the limited role of judicial self-government in these processesweakens the position of judges and calls for legislative changes to enhance judicial independence.Strengthening the role of the National Council of the Judiciary and introducing stricter criteria fordismissals are recommended to safeguard the rule of law.
Journal: Zeszyty Naukowe Uniwersytetu Rzeszowskiego - Seria Prawnicza
- Issue Year: 2024
- Issue No: 47
- Page Range: 22-33
- Page Count: 12
- Language: English
