As the term of the judicial part of the National Judiciary Council (KRS) approaches its end on May 11, there is increasing urgency to elect new council members under the current, disputed regulations. The methods by which these elections are structured have been under scrutiny, leading to questions about their legality, as raised by lawyers, politicians, and both Polish and European courts. The appeal court presidents are advocating for primary elections to determine the new composition of the KRS, highlighting the need for a more democratic election process among judges to rebuild trust in the judiciary.

The article outlines various legislative changes being considered in parallel with the KRS reform and elaborates on the proposed primary election plan put forth by the appeal court presidents. These proposals include the criteria for judge participation, the voting process, and the rationale behind the reform efforts. Critics and supporters have put forward differing arguments, indicating the complexities surrounding the establishment of primary elections within the judiciary.

The recently initiated procedure to select new KRS members raises concerns about adhering to legal standards and minimizing political influence in judicial appointments. President Karol Nawrocki is actively engaging with these reforms, with the government reportedly preparing a Plan B should challenges arise during the election process, underscoring the high stakes involved in redefining the judiciary's future in Poland.