Prof. Jacek Zaleśny: Police seizure of the Constitutional Tribunal as a manifestation of a coup d'état

The police occupation of the Constitutional Tribunal raises legal concerns regarding the legitimacy of actions taken by individuals claiming judicial authority. This situation may constitute a violation of the Polish Penal Code, specifically regarding the unlawful removal of a constitutional body. The actions of a person posing as a judge, who issued orders without proper authority, are deemed legally non-existent and cannot produce legal effects. Furthermore, the regulations governing common courts do not apply to the Tribunal, emphasizing its independence. The ongoing attempts to undermine the Tribunal's leadership may also be subject to legal scrutiny, as the statute of limitations does not apply to politically motivated crimes committed by public officials.