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Magistrates protest in Sicily against justice reform

Demonstration of magistrates in Sicily against the reform

Inauguration of the Judicial Year marked by strong references to the Constitution.

A judicial year marked by protest

In Sicily, the inauguration of the Judicial Year saw magistrates express strong dissent towards the justice reform. In Palermo, judges entered the courtroom brandishing a copy of the Constitution, a symbol of a call for legality and respect for institutions. The president of the Court of Appeal, Matteo Frasca, underlined the importance of the memory of Giovanni Falcone, stating that his example of integrity and respect for institutions must guide today's actions. "The memory of Giovanni Falcone deserves respect," Frasca declared, highlighting the need for an ethical approach in justice.

Criticisms of the justice reform

Frasca has criticized the reform, calling it “the tip of the iceberg” of deeper problems. His words were shared by the president of the Court of Appeal of Catania, Filippo Pennisi, who described the reform as “useless, harmful and dangerous.” These statements highlight a climate of concern among magistrates, who fear that the proposed changes could further compromise the effectiveness of the judicial system. The separation of careers, one of the central points of the reform, is seen as a step backwards for Italian justice.

Organized crime in Sicily

In addition to concerns about justice reform, Sicilian magistrates have raised the alarm about growing organized crime. The mafia is reportedly increasing its influence, targeting white-collar workers for public contracts, especially those related to the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR). The situation is aggravated by the involvement of affiliates' women in illicit businesses and the use of petty crime to consolidate mafia power. In Palermo, drug dealers and minors are involved in drug dealing activities, creating a cycle of deviance that worries the authorities.

Juvenile deviance and violence

The Catania judiciary has highlighted an increase in juvenile delinquency, which develops in degraded contexts and under the control of organized crime. President Pennisi has warned that the lack of prevention services and pedagogical support worsens the situation. In Gela, the Attorney General of Caltanissetta, Fabio D'Anna, has denounced a "very high propensity for violence", underlining that organized crime in this area is among the most armed in Italy. These alarming data raise questions about the security and future of justice in Sicily, where the fight against the mafia and juvenile delinquency requires collective commitment and effective strategies.