In a recent social media post, Deputy Justice Minister Dariusz Mazur highlighted concerns surrounding Judge Jakub Iwaniec, who was suspended in relation to charges of driving under the influence (DUI) and causing a collision with a tree. Despite his suspension set to expire soon, Mazur notes that the Supreme Court has yet to schedule a hearing regarding the prosecution's request to lift Iwaniec's judicial immunity. This matter raises significant questions about judicial accountability and the integrity of the judiciary.

Mazur emphasizes that while Judge Iwaniec is entitled to the presumption of innocence, he should not resume his judicial duties until the court has resolved the question of his legal responsibilities. The Deputy Minister fears that allowing Iwaniec to return to the bench during the ongoing investigation could undermine public trust in the justice system as a whole. He stresses the importance of maintaining the authority and credibility of the judiciary in light of such serious allegations.

The incident in question occurred on October 11, when Iwaniec is alleged to have driven under the influence of alcohol, with investigators stating that his blood alcohol level was nearly 2 promille. The situation has sparked a debate about the relationship between judicial figures and legal accountability, particularly in cases involving serious offenses such as DUI. With ongoing inquiries into the matter, there will likely be continued scrutiny of how the judiciary handles such cases going forward.