After a five‑hour debate, the Sejm’s proceedings committee will submit a motion to prosecute former justice minister Zbigniew Ziobro on 26 charges, with the vote slated for Friday afternoon.
Motion for Criminal Charges Filed
The proceedings committee will present to the Polish Parliament a proposal to accept the request from the head of the second investigative team of the National Prosecutor’s Office dated 28 October 2025. The request asks for criminal responsibility for all acts listed in the petition, plus the arrest and temporary detention of former justice minister Zbigniew Ziobro.
Scope of Allegations
The prosecutor’s office seeks to bring 26 charges against Ziobro, including the organisation and leadership of an organized crime group and the defrauding of funds from the Fund of Justice.
Parliamentary Schedule
The motion will be considered during a plenary session scheduled for Thursday, half an hour before midnight. The vote on the matter is planned for Friday afternoon.
Ziobro’s Response
Ziobro declared that he would “take active participation” in the forthcoming meeting, listening to the committee. He said he would attend the session rather than be represented by another party.
Current Status of Ziobro
The former minister did not attend the Sejm session and is currently in Budapest.
