A joint statement from multiple Polish legal organizations declares that any violations of the law, support for such acts, or calls to incite them will be carefully documented. Lawyer Bartosz Lewandowski announced on social media that a project named Against Lawlessness – Archive of Mec. Władysław Myśli-Nowicki is being established. Its purpose is to provide a public channel where observed violations related to the political transition in Poland can be reported through a dedicated online platform.
The launch of a specialized archive to collect evidence of what is perceived as unlawful actions responds to a series of controversial moves reportedly made by certain government authorities after December 13, 2023. Advocates say the archive exists to preserve the legal order of the Republic of Poland and to ensure transparency during the change in government, offering a written trail of events for review and accountability.
The organizers describe the initiative as a means to hold accountable those who engage in or tolerate actions that undermine the rule of law. The central message from Against Lawlessness – Archives of Mec. Władysław Myśli-Nowicki emphasizes a commitment to documenting such conduct and to providing a resource for public scrutiny and historical record.
According to Bartosz Lewandowski of the Ordo Iuris Process Intervention Center, the project includes a streamlined reporting mechanism that allows people to submit information quickly and securely via an online form. The form invites entries related to potential violations of the constitutional framework and other laws, as well as behavior that undermines political stability or promotes such activities.
REPORT FORM FOR VIOLATIONS OF LAW
Observers are encouraged to document any perceived activity in both personal and public spheres, including traditional media and social platforms, using the report categories provided. These categories include: breaking the law such as constitutional provisions or statutory regulations; undermining the political order; encouraging or praising related activities; and other actions that align with the described behaviors.
– Lewandowski described the submission process on the X platform, outlining the kinds of information that should be included to support an accurate assessment of the case.
Signatories supporting the archive emphasize its role in safeguarding the legal framework during a period of political transition. The list includes prominent academics and professional associations, such as Jan Majchrowski, a professor at the University of Warsaw and a member of the State Tribunal, along with groups like the Association of Lawyers for Poland, the Ordo Iuris Institute for Legal Culture, the Independent Association of Ad Vocem Prosecutors, and the College of Sovereignty. Additional participants include foundations dedicated to justice and governance, and professional bodies representing judges and legal scholars.
The archive is presented as a repository for evidence concerning what its proponents view as lawlessness by government officials associated with the new coalition leadership. It is named to honor a notable 20th century Polish advocate, Władysław Myśli-Nowicki, who served as a lawyer in postwar rehabilitation trials for Home Army and WiN veterans and who is remembered for defending opposition figures during the communist era. The intent is to document and preserve a historical record of actions believed to challenge the rule of law, while acknowledging the broader historical context in which those actions occurred.
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(Source: wPolityce)