Moldova's Justice System in Crisis: Prosecutors Flee, Supreme Court Paralyzed

Moldova's Justice System Faces Crisis Amidst Prosecutor Exodus and Supreme Court Paralysis Chisinau, Moldova – Moldova's judicial system is facing a severe crisis, with a mass exodus of prosecutors and the near-paralysis of the Supreme Court. This situation is largely attributed to the ongoing vetting process, designed to cleanse the system of corruption. The process, however, has left the Supreme Court largely non-functional, delaying numerous cases. "The justice system is collapsing under the weight of its own secrets," stated a Canal 5 news presenter in a recent report. "Prosecutors are fleeing the system, the Supreme Court is paralyzed, and the vetting process is revealing what can no longer be hidden." The report detailed significant delays in various criminal and civil cases due to the Supreme Court's dysfunction. The vetting process, while intended to improve transparency and accountability, has inadvertently created a bottleneck, leaving many cases unresolved. The presenter highlighted the concerns about the country's judicial system's readiness for EU integration, given the current state of affairs. The ongoing situation raises serious concerns about the rule of law in Moldova and its implications for the country's future. The hope remains that the vetting process, despite its current challenges, will eventually lead to a stronger and more transparent judicial system.