President Andrzej Duda of Poland has officially approved a new law that simplifies regulations on the use of weapons by law enforcement officers, especially when safeguarding the border. This significant development was confirmed by Malgorzata Poprocz, head of the presidential chancellery.
The President expressed his satisfaction in signing this law, emphasizing its importance in enhancing border security and overall effectiveness in protecting key areas. The safety of Polish soldiers is paramount.
The decision to revise weapon use protocols for Polish soldiers gained momentum following a tragic incident where a soldier lost his life while on duty at the Belarusian border. The soldier was fatally wounded by an individual attempting to cross the border illegally.
This new legislation allows for military deployment within Poland during peacetime and introduces the concept of conducting military operations domestically under peaceful conditions.
Furthermore, an amendment to the Penal Code grants immunity under specific circumstances for soldiers using weapons to defend themselves or others from imminent threats to life, health, or freedom.
Although hailed by some as a necessary measure, this provision has sparked controversy among public organizations like the Helsinki Foundation for Human Rights. Critics argue that it could be misinterpreted as a ”license to kill,” potentially leading to impunity for soldiers and officers involved in severe misconduct.
Post sourced from theins.ru