On Wednesday, 3 December, Poland’s Supreme Court chambers convened to debate conflicts between national and European law, sparking a heated clash between prosecutor Mariusz Kowal and judge Krzysztof Wiak.
Opening Tension
The session opened with a confrontation between prosecutor Mariusz Kowal, attached to the Supreme National Prosecutor’s Office, and judge Krzysztof Wiak, chair of the judging panel.
Prosecutor’s Argument
Kowal questioned the legitimacy of the panel’s composition and demanded withdrawal of the resolution, citing unresolved issues regarding the legality of the Extraordinary Oversight Chamber, already addressed by European and Polish courts.
Judge’s Position
Wiak defended the selection, asserting adherence to legal procedures while expressing concern over potential political‑judicial imbalance.
Impending Actions
Kowal emphasised that a chaotic outcome could arise following the adoption of the resolution, prompting his involvement in the Supreme Court deliberations.
