The Polish Ministry of Justice is drafting new regulations to align court standards with European practices by allowing witnesses, experts, and parties to testify in a seated position. <\/p>\n
The Ministry of Justice is working on legislative changes to end the practice of forcing court participants to stand for hours while testifying. Minister Waldemar \u017burek stated that he has personally observed individuals forced to hold onto the lectern due to exhaustion during proceedings.<\/p>\n
Current regulations often require participants to seek court permission to sit, which frequently forces them to explain their age or health status. The proposed amendments aim to eliminate this barrier by granting participants the right to choose a comfortable position.<\/p>\n
The proposed amendment seeks to bring Polish regulations in line with many other European countries where witnesses and experts routinely testify while seated. According to the Ministry, experts suggest that individuals who provide testimony from a seated position are more likely to speak more freely and extensively.<\/p>\n
The Ministry of Justice emphasizes that these changes are part of broader efforts to increase the accessibility of court proceedings. This initiative is particularly significant for the elderly, individuals with disabilities, pregnant women, and those whose health conditions make standing for long periods difficult.<\/p>\n
Minister \u017burek noted that the stress of appearing before the judiciary is substantial. By fostering a more comfortable environment, the Ministry aims to help participants feel more at ease, which is expected to facilitate the discovery of the truth while maintaining the solemnity and efficiency of judicial proceedings.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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