In Poland, the discussion about how far judges’ use of social media should be restricted is taking place against the background of constitutional crisis, and the impact of this judgment is weakened by the controversy over the unconstitutionality of the Disciplinary Chamber of the Supreme Court.
The facts of the case were widely reported in the Polish media and sparked the discussion within the judicial community. While the case was pending, the Code of Judicial Ethics was amended. According to the newly added § 23, “a judge should use social media with restraint”.
The decision establishes a binding or persuasive precedent within its jurisdiction.