The OSCE Presence in Albania has reacted to the draft for the New Criminal Code, which has been criticized since its publication, by EU representatives, the head of SPAK, the head of the Chamber of Advocates, and other jurists.
In a post on its official Facebook account, the OSCE emphasizes the importance of the new Criminal Code as a fundamental law that requires a careful process and consultation before adoption.
The OSCE adds that although they were not involved in drafting the proposed changes to the draft, they are ready to offer concrete recommendations.
"The OSCE presence in Albania emphasizes the importance of the Criminal Code as a fundamental law that deserves sufficient time and a full consultation process. Although we were not involved in the drafting of the proposed amendments, we are reviewing the available draft and stand ready to provide concrete recommendations to the new government and parliament, in line with our mandate to support democratic institutions and the rule of law in Albania ," OSCE representatives emphasize.
Thus, the new parliament that begins work in September and the government will have the opportunity to benefit from international expertise and recommendations in their efforts to reform the Albanian penal system.