In Poland, prosecutors have confiscated Zbigniew Ziobro’s property in a corruption probe, while the former Justice Minister, a PiS politician, maintains his innocence.
Prosecutors Confiscate Ziobro’s Property
Polish prosecutors have secured Ziobro’s assets in the Justice Fund corruption investigation, seizing mortgages on non‑real estate and funds in his bank account.
Ziobro’s Response on X
On X, Ziobro accused former Prime Minister Tusk of removing the national prosecutor without presidential consent, labeling the action as part of a campaign of political persecution and branding the asset seizure as an act of revenge.
Legal Justification for Asset Seizure
National Prosecutor’s Office spokesman Przemysław Nowak explained that prosecutors can order property seizure if there is a reasonable fear that a sentence could not be executed or would be significantly hindered without it. The investigation’s findings met both criteria.
Removal of Immunity and Planned Charges
On 7 November, the Sejm lifted Ziobro’s parliamentary immunity and approved his detention and arrest. Prosecutors now intend to file 26 charges, including leading an organized criminal group and defrauding the Justice Fund.
Current Status and Further Legal Actions
Ziobro claims innocence, arguing that the proceedings are politically motivated. He is reportedly in Hungary. On 18 November, the foreign minister revoked his diplomatic passport at the prosecutors’ request. A judicial session on the former justice minister is scheduled for 22 December, with the District Court for Warsaw‑Mokotów set to decide the petition for a personal protective order.
