Drunk Driving and Parliamentary Immunity? The Milan Lekić Scandal Exposes Montenegro’s Justice System!
Ever thought politicians could drive drunk and get away with it? In Montenegro, it’s not just a thought—it’s reality! Milan Lekić, a member of the New Serbian Democracy party, caused a car accident with a blood alcohol level of 1.22‰, and now the court is fighting to strip his parliamentary immunity so he can be prosecuted.
What exactly happened?
According to the Pljevlja Basic Court, Lekić caused a drunk driving accident last year. He was fined several hundred euros, received three penalty points, and was banned from driving for three months. He also resigned as chairman of the RUP board of directors, but the story doesn’t end there.
Why is immunity a problem?
Montenegro’s Constitution states that a parliamentarian cannot be prosecuted without the Assembly’s approval unless caught committing a crime punishable by more than five years in prison. The court will soon request the Assembly to lift Lekić’s immunity to continue the proceedings.
However, Lekić says he will not request the lifting of his immunity and expects an acquittal. He admits to making a mistake but denies responsibility for the cause of the accident.
Media Trial and Justice?
Lekić claims the media condemned him before the trial and that he is ready to go the “long road” in the legal process. He believes he has paid the price by resigning and considers himself a responsible man.
What does this mean for justice in Montenegro?
This case casts a shadow over the legal system and shows how difficult it is to prosecute politicians for their actions. While ordinary citizens have no immunity and face consequences, politicians often use legal privileges to avoid accountability.
Conclusion
Is this justice or justice for the rich and powerful? Milan Lekić caused a drunk driving accident, but justice may be slow and difficult due to his immunity. While we wait for the Assembly’s decision, the question remains—how many more such cases are hidden behind political protection?
If this sounds absurd to you, you’re not alone. Share your thoughts—maybe together we can expose more of these cases!
