Two conflicting positions of the Supreme Court judges. Dispute over Święczkowski's return to the Tribunal

The Supreme Court of Poland overturned an immediate suspension of two Constitutional Tribunal judges, a decision met with criticism from legal experts. The ruling followed an appeal from the judges' defense, initially deemed outside the court's jurisdiction. Judge Michał Laskowski expressed concerns about the legal basis for the Supreme Court's involvement, suggesting it undermines the rule of law. Professor Aleksander Stępkowski highlighted uncertainty regarding the practical implications of the ruling, questioning whether police would comply. The situation reflects ongoing tensions within the Constitutional Tribunal and broader legal crises in Poland.

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