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The pension reform for magistrates, effective from March 2026, is now before the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) following a decision by the Dâmbovița Tribunal. The tribunal raised five preliminary questions regarding pension reductions, retirement age increases, and the state's ability to alter pension conditions for current judges. The CJEU's responses could significantly impact the reform's implementation and ongoing legal disputes. The reform, enacted through Law no. 24/2026, modifies the retirement age and pension calculation methods, raising concerns about judicial independence and the legitimacy of rapid legislative changes. The tribunal seeks clarification on whether pension guarantees are essential for judicial independence and if the state can change pension rules shortly after establishing a transitional regime.