Transparency International Romania

Magistrates’ perceptions regarding the independence of the system of justice

a) Project aim:

Evaluate the perceptions of magistrates regarding the independence of the justice system, so as to lead to efficient measures to consolidate magistrates’ independence and level of responsibility, and to eliminate those negative aspects currently manifest within the Romanian justice system.

b) Project outcomes (corresponding to the activities where TI-Ro is directly involved):

→ establish the perceptions of magistrates regarding the independence of the justice system;
→ identify the causes and factors that impact and put pressure on the justice system;
→ suggestions to increase the independence of magistrates in exercising their jurisdictional attributions.

c) TI Romania’s role in the project:

TI Romania is a direct applicant and coordinator of project activities

d) Budget:

8,250 euros

e) Project donors:

The Superior Council of Magistracy, with financial support from the World Bank .