Criminal Law Changes: Higher Theft Threshold and Better Rights for Detainees
The bill raises the monetary threshold for theft to be considered a crime to 800 PLN, treating lesser amounts as misdemeanors. It also strengthens citizens' rights by guaranteeing immediate access to a lawyer upon arrest and banning the use of illegally obtained evidence in court.
Key points
Raising the theft threshold to 800 PLN – below this amount, the act is treated as a misdemeanor rather than a crime.
Every detained person is guaranteed immediate access to a lawyer and the right to speak with them.
A ban on using evidence obtained through criminal acts in criminal proceedings.
Mandatory forfeiture of an animal if the owner is convicted of abusing it.
Establishment of a support system for victims of terrorist crimes.
55%
VOTING RESULTS
2026-01-23
For
240
Against
174
Abstain
20
Status:
Transmitted to President
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