Sabor sutra raspravlja o zaštiti novinara i civilnog društva od zlonamjernih tužbi

The Croatian Parliament will discuss a new law tomorrow aimed at protecting journalists and civil society organizations from Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPP). The proposed legislation introduces procedural safeguards to prevent the misuse of legal proceedings for intimidation or censorship.

Key provisions include measures to expedite the dismissal of unfounded lawsuits and impose financial penalties on those who file them maliciously. The goal is to ensure a safer environment for free expression and public discourse.

This law is important because it seeks to safeguard freedom of the press and the ability of civil society to operate without fear of vexatious litigation.