The Lithuanian Special Investigation Service, VTEK, has announced that it will probe the situation surrounding the legislative proposal put forward by the Lithuanian Doctors' Union. This proposal concerns amendments to the Criminal Code that are aimed at reforming the laws related to the illegal possession and distribution of narcotic and psychotropic substances. The investigation follows a formal request for clarification sent to the chairman of the Seimas Committee on Law and Justice regarding this matter.

The public statement from VTEK indicates that neither the Doctors' Union nor its president, L. Labanauskas, are registered lobbyists, which raises questions about the legality of their actions in relation to the modification of criminal legislation. The inquiry seeks to determine if the Doctors' Union was acting within the bounds of the law or if it overstepped its role, potentially functioning as an unauthorized lobbyist. This could have significant implications, particularly for how medical professional organizations engage in legislative processes in Lithuania.

If the investigation concludes that the Doctors' Union operated as an illegal lobbyist, this might lead to consequences not only for the organization but also for changes in how similar organizations can advocate for policy changes. It underscores the importance of transparency and legality in lobbying efforts, especially in sensitive areas like healthcare and drug policy.