On Thursday morning, Patryk Jaki, a Member of the European Parliament from Poland, was noted by pedestrians for parking his black Volvo S90 illegally on Antoniego Corazziego street in Warsaw. After stepping out of the car and checking his phone, he proceeded towards the headquarters of Telewizja Republika. His vehicle remained parked directly under a no-parking sign, suggesting a clear violation of traffic regulations. The incident occurred shortly after 9 AM and was followed by Jaki’s appearance on live television, where he criticized the state of the rule of law in Poland, asserting that Polish law has become ineffective.

The local traffic police unit has since begun an investigation into the potential offense. According to Radio ZET, officers are looking into whether a traffic violation occurred and have secured surveillance footage from the area. Parking in a prohibited area may result in a fine of 100 PLN and 1 penalty point on the driver’s record, among possible further legal consequences. Jaki's actions are under scrutiny, especially as they contradict his public criticisms of the legal system.

This incident highlights the ongoing discussions in Poland about law enforcement and adherence to regulations, particularly in light of criticisms directed at the current government. While Jaki's public statements call for reforms and accountability, his alleged personal disregard for traffic laws raises questions about the consistency of such claims. The outcome of this investigation may reflect broader sentiments regarding governance and public behavior among politicians in Poland.