On June 8 and 9, 2024, the elections for the European Parliament will take place, a significant event that impacts several sectors in the European Union. One of the less discussed, but relevant, effects is the delay in judicial proceedings in Italy, especially in Italian citizenship recognition actions.
In a recent statement to lawyers involved in these cases, Italian judges announced the temporary suspension of ordinary civil hearings during the election period. This suspension will take place from June 10 to 14, 2024. Presidential decree no. 10, dated May 24, 2024, justifies the interruption due to the elections of members of the European Parliament.
The text of the judges' official statement says:
“Having seen Presidential Decree No. 10 of 24.5.2024, which determined the suspension of ordinary civil hearings from June 10 to June 14 due to the elections for members of the European Parliament called for June 8 and 9, 2024 ”.
This postponement of judicial procedures directly affects Italian-Brazilians who are awaiting hearings for the recognition of Italian citizenship. Many individuals hoping to resolve their citizenship issues during this period will now face delays, possibly further complicating their processes.
Italian judges threaten strike over judicial reform
A judicial review approved by Giorgia Meloni's government this week has provoked anger among judges and prosecutors, who are now threatening to strike in the coming days. Magistrates consider the reform an attempt to weaken the independence of the Judiciary and increase political control.
The reform, which proposes the complete separation of the training, careers and status of judges and prosecutors, was described by the National Association of Magistrates (ANM) as “harmful” and a clear attempt at political control over the Judiciary. The reform is being led by the Forza Italia party, founded by Silvio Berlusconi, and is seen as the realization of a dream of Berlusconi to limit the power of judges, who he often accuses of being biased.
The proposal, which requires changes to the Italian Constitution, could face a referendum if it is not approved by parliament.
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