Request for the waiver of the immunity of Tomasz Buczek
TA-10-2026-0107 · P10_TA(2026)0107 · PE786.694
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Parliament decided to waive the immunity of Tomasz Buczek, a Member of the European Parliament, in connection with criminal proceedings against him for an alleged offence against physical integrity.¶ The alleged offence occurred at an election rally and is not related to his parliamentary duties. Parliament found no evidence of fumus persecutionis.¶¶¶
Key points
- Parliament waives the immunity of Tomasz Buczek.¶
- The request was submitted by the District Court of Tarnobrzeg in connection with a private indictment for an alleged offence under Article 217(1) of the Polish Criminal Code.¶
- The alleged offence involves snatching a megaphone from a private prosecutor at an election rally, damaging it.¶
- The alleged offence does not relate to an opinion expressed or vote cast in the performance of his duties.¶
- Parliament found no evidence of fumus persecutionis, meaning the legal proceedings do not appear intended to damage his political activity.¶
Who is affected
- Tomasz Buczek, Member of the European Parliament, whose immunity is waived, allowing criminal proceedings to continue.¶
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 Constitution of the Republic of Poland¶¶