Problems of the independence of courts and judges were talked about during the meeting in the light of the Courts Act currently in the legislative proceeding of the Riigikogu, also issues related to the investigation of crimes committed by policemen and officials. There was a lively exchange of thoughts on the subject of political and legal responsibility of higher state officials.
The Head of State and the members of the Legal Affairs Committee agreed on the continuation of similar meetings.
Press Service of the Office of the President
Kadriorg, October 25, 2001
