„Amendamentul Fritz” | Curtea Constituțională a motivat decizia: Legea se aplică „efectelor viitoare ale raporturilor juridice trecute”

The Constitutional Court of Romania upheld the constitutionality of the 'Fritz amendment', stating it applies retroactively to past legal situations. The court emphasized the importance of ethical standards in public service and the necessity for the state to ensure public trust. The ruling clarifies that the new integrity law will affect both future situations and ongoing legal matters from before its enactment. The decision was made with a 5-3 vote, with the majority arguing for the law's retroactive effects to prevent systemic risks in public integrity. The court's reasoning aligns with constitutional principles regarding the non-retroactivity of laws, while allowing for the application of new regulations to existing situations.