The Government, at today's session, based on a proposal from the Ministry of Justice, has approved the Law on the Council of Public Prosecutors.
This law represents a significant step towards strengthening the independence, accountability and transparency of the public prosecution system.
Key changes in the Draft Law:
∙ A detailed procedure for the dismissal of the President and Deputy President of the Council, which is initiated based on a reasoned request from at least four members of the Council.
∙ A strengthened role of the Council in the procedure for the election and dismissal of the Public Prosecutor of the Republic of North Macedonia, including the possibility of submitting an initiative for dismissal to the Parliament.
∙ Enhanced transparency of the work of the Council, through the publicity of the second-instance disciplinary procedure, with clearly defined exceptions for the protection of personal data, the reputation of the parties and other legitimate interests.
∙ Introducing precise and clear criteria for the selection of Council members, which guarantee expertise, experience and integrity, following the example of the new Law on the Judicial Council.
∙ A detailed procedure for the dismissal of a Council member, with precise deadlines and clear criteria.
This draft law, together with the draft law on the Public Prosecutor's Office, received a joint positive opinion from the Venice Commission.