Italy is set to hold a referendum over two days, March 22 and 23, where voters will decide on significant judicial reforms. The key issues at stake include the separation of careers between judges and prosecutors and the establishment of two distinct boards for judicial management. Additionally, there are proposals for creating a High Disciplinary Court to oversee judicial conduct.

If the 'yes' vote prevails, it could fundamentally reshape the Italian judicial landscape by introducing greater accountability and potentially reducing conflicts of interest between prosecutors and judges. Advocates of the reforms argue that these changes are necessary to improve the efficiency and integrity of the judicial system, while opponents warn of potential centralization of power and the undermining of the current judicial structure.

The outcomes of this referendum will not only affect the legal community in Italy but will also reflect the public’s trust in institutional reforms. As this is the first referendum on judicial matters in recent history, the implications are significant for both the governance of justice in Italy and the relationship between the judiciary and the public.