Request for the waiver of the immunity of Daniel Obajtek
TA-10-2025-0202 · P10_TA(2025)0202 · PE774.390
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Parliament decided to waive the immunity of Daniel Obajtek, a Member of the European Parliament, following a request from Polish authorities in connection with criminal proceedings against him.¶ The alleged offence concerns instructions given as President of PKN ORLEN S.A. to conclude two contracts for investigation services, causing financial harm of PLN 393 600.¶ Parliament found no evidence of fumus persecutionis, meaning the proceedings are not intended to undermine his political activity.¶
Key points
- The European Parliament waives the immunity of Daniel Obajtek.¶
- The waiver request was made by the Prosecutor General of Poland in connection with an alleged offence under Article 18(1) and Article 296(1) of the Polish Criminal Code.¶
- The alleged offence involves giving instructions to conclude two contracts worth PLN 393 600 for investigation services that served private interests and caused significant financial harm to PKN ORLEN S.A.¶
- Obajtek was not a Member of the European Parliament when the alleged offence was committed or when the investigation was opened.¶
- The alleged offence is not related to opinions expressed or votes cast in the performance of his duties as an MEP.¶
- Parliament found no evidence of fumus persecutionis, indicating the proceedings are not intended to undermine his political activity.¶
Who is affected
- Daniel Obajtek, Member of the European Parliament, whose immunity is waived, allowing criminal proceedings to proceed.¶
- Polish authorities, who may now bring criminal proceedings against Obajtek.
Figures and deadlines
- PLN 393 600 – total value of the two contracts allegedly causing financial harm.¶
Legal basis: Articles 8 and 9 of Protocol No 7 on the Privileges and Immunities of the European Union, Article 6(2) of the Act of 20 September 1976, Article 105(2) and (5) of the Polish Constitution¶¶