Judge Stelina: The dispute over the Constitutional Tribunal may last for years

The ongoing conflict surrounding the Constitutional Tribunal in Poland has led to a significant backlog in appointing judges, resulting in a crisis where many judges are unable to serve. The situation is exacerbated by political delays in the Sejm, which has not filled vacant positions, leading to a lack of functioning judges. Legal experts express concern that the current political climate makes resolution unlikely, as the law stipulates that judges must be appointed and sworn in by the president. The absence of a clear procedure for such political stalemates raises questions about the legitimacy of judges who may be sworn in under these circumstances. The need for a judicial ruling to clarify the situation is emphasized, as the current state risks creating a precedent of unauthorized judges.