European Public Prosecutor's Office writes to Commission regarding Greek judicial amendments

The European Commission has confirmed receipt of a formal letter from European Chief Prosecutor Laura Codruța Kövesi. The communication highlights concerns regarding the independence of the European Public Prosecutor's Office in Greece. Specifically, the letter addresses a recent amendment to the Greek Code of Criminal Procedure, which establishes a special process for felonies involving members of the Hellenic Parliament. Furthermore, the correspondence notes the decision of the Supreme Judicial Council not to renew the full five-year terms of Delegated Prosecutors. The European Public Prosecutor's Office invokes Regulation (EU) 2020/2092 concerning the protection of the Union budget. The letter suggests that these developments raise questions regarding the Greek authorities' obligation of sincere cooperation. European Commission spokesperson Guillaume Mercier confirmed that the institution is currently reviewing the implications of the Greek legislative changes.