The depriving of MPs of parliamentary immunity is not justified in the current conditions in Moldova. The issue was discussed by a group of analysts in the program “Fabrika” on Publika TV channel, IPN reports.

Lawyer Roman Mihaes considers that the bill proposed by the Liberal Democratic Party (PLDM) is a too rigid one and an intermediate solution should be found. Moldova can learn from Romania’s experience in this respect so that the investigation of a lawmaker could be held without the legislature’s accord. The accord is required only when the case is sent to court or the MPs is to be arrested.

The program’s permanent invitee, journalist Cristian Tabara also pronounced against the removal of the parliamentary immunity. “The ball thrown by the PLDM was a bad one. The parties of the ruling coalition were forced to vote this law. This issue should be discussed at public debates,” he stated.

Journalist Nicolae Negru also pleaded against the withdrawal of immunity. He considers that this will hamper the MPs from fulfilling their duties without pressure given that the legal system in Moldova is not independent. The PLDM’s bill is populist, while populism is typical for the Moldovan political parties.

International law expert Vitalie Gamurari said that Moldova is not ready for such changes that will have not disastrous, but serious effects.

The PLDM’s bill, which was endorsed by the Constitutional Court, was subject to the vote on July 4. It didn’t garner the necessary number of votes. A minimum of 67 votes was needed for passing it, given that it contains amendments to the Constitution. Only 55 MPs voted for it.