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Request for the waiver of the immunity of Klára Dobrev

TA-10-2026-0235 · P10_TA(2026)0235 · PE787.995

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Parliament decided not to waive the immunity of Klára Dobrev in connection with defamation proceedings brought by Hungary's Ministry of Culture and Innovation over statements made in 2023.

Key points

  1. Parliament decides not to waive the immunity of Klára Dobrev.
  2. The alleged offence does not relate to an opinion expressed or vote cast in the performance of her duties under Article 8 of Protocol No 7.
  3. The timing, context and nature of the prosecution raise serious doubts as to its political motivation, suggesting fumus persecutionis.
  4. Parliament cannot assume the role of a court and a Member cannot be regarded as a defendant in a waiver procedure.

Who is affected

  • Klára Dobrev, Member of the European Parliament, retains her immunity and is not subject to the requested waiver.
  • The competent authority in Hungary and Klára Dobrev are to receive the decision and committee report.

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 4(2) of the Fundamental Law of Hungary