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Justice Minister Radu Marinescu discussed the CSM's decision to sanction judges who sentenced former Finance Minister Daniel Chițoiu to prison. He emphasized that judges should base their decisions on case elements, not the behavior of lawyers. Marinescu condemned the idea of punishing judges for their professional decisions, especially if it relates to a politician's conviction. The CSM sanctioned judges Andrei Stancu and Ion Fundătureanu for considering the lawyers' conduct in their sentencing. The decision is not final and can be appealed. Chițoiu was sentenced for a fatal car accident, raising concerns about judicial independence.