Independent authority concludes corruption investigation and discusses future procedural challenges

The Independent Authority against Corruption has finalized a multi-month investigation triggered by allegations presented in the book 'Mafia State'. The inquiry uncovered significant evidence that was previously unknown to the public and not mentioned in the book. Following two years of investigation, there is an ongoing debate regarding the procedural transition to a criminal inquiry. Critics point out that the current process requires the newly tasked authorities to repeat the work, potentially extending the timeline by two years or more. There are calls to grant the Independent Authority investigative powers to streamline the process. The debate highlights ongoing concerns regarding the credibility of the Law Office compared to the perceived impartiality of the Authority. Ultimately, the question remains who will lead the criminal prosecution and how the collected material will be processed. The goal is to avoid unnecessary delays in the administration of justice.