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"They undermine the independence of the judiciary"/ The Supreme Court of Kosovo reacts to attacks on judges

2025-08-29 17:52:00, Aktualitet CNA

"They undermine the independence of the judiciary"/ The Supreme Court

The High Judicial Council has reacted to Prime Minister Rama's recent statements towards judges and prosecutors.

In the statement made, the Supreme Court of Kosovo says that these statements harm the image and dignity of judges.

The Supreme Court of Justice has called on every subject to respect the independence of the judiciary and to make objections to decisions through the procedure.

Further, the statement expresses support for judges and encourages them to exercise their duties independently.

Declaration of the Supreme Court

The High Judicial Council, taking issue with recent statements by public or private entities, reiterates once again that such statements harm the image and dignity of judges and undermine the independence of the judiciary.

In any democratic society, judges are guarantors of the equality of parties before the law. Consequently, the exercise of their function must be independent and free from any form of influence, subject only to the Constitution and the laws. In a state governed by the rule of law, the separation and balance of powers constitutes a fundamental principle and the judge exercises his functions independently, assessing the facts and interpreting the law, free from any external influence.

The Council calls on all public and private entities to respect the independence of the judiciary as one of the foundations of the rule of law. The only way to challenge a judicial decision is through the procedural means provided by law, by appealing to a higher court. Likewise, any complaint or allegation regarding the conduct or integrity of a judge should be addressed to the relevant institutions.

The Supreme Court of Justice, in accordance with its constitutional powers, expresses its full support for all judges and their daily efforts to protect the rights of citizens and serve the public interest. It also encourages them to exercise their function responsibly and independently of any external influence.

In a state of law – which today is closer than ever to the aspiration of becoming part of the European Union – only through an independent judicial system can equality before the law and effective justice be ensured, which deserves the trust of the public.





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