Government bills8
- HE 120/2026 vpIn progress
Enhancing prison security and supervision
The Criminal Sanctions Agency will receive clearer powers to restrict prison operations in serious societal disruptions and to supervise prisoners in everyday life. At the same time, security requirements for prison leaves will be tightened, and prisoners' ability to use their personal payment cards will be promoted.
11 Sep 2026 · no votes yet - HE 217/2022 vpPassed with amendments
Reforming coercive measures in criminal investigations
Coercive measures used by the police and other authorities in criminal investigations will be clarified and made more effective. At the same time, the protection of fundamental rights for persons subjected to coercive measures and victims of crime will be improved.
16 Mar 2023 · passed without a vote - HE 272/2022 vpPassed with amendments
Banning smoking indoors in prisons
Smoking will be prohibited indoors in prisons, but prisoners will be permitted to smoke outdoors during outdoor exercise. In addition, prisoners will be guaranteed a statutory right to free support and replacement therapy for smoking cessation.
19 Dec 2022 · passed without a vote - HE 165/2020 vpRejected
Banning smoking in closed prisons
Smoking will be banned entirely in closed prisons, both indoors and outdoors. In open institutions, smoking will continue to be permitted outdoors.
19 Dec 2022 · rejected without a vote - HE 44/2021 vpPassed with amendments
Enabling Covid restrictions in prisons
Activities, visits and prison leaves in prisons may be restricted to prevent coronavirus infections. In addition, the commencement and serving of community sanctions may be postponed where necessary due to the epidemic situation.
26 May 2021 · passed without a vote - HE 222/2018 vpPassed with amendments
Countering drones in prison areas
Prisons will receive the right to intervene in the movement of unauthorised unmanned aircraft and vehicles in prison areas using technical devices and force. In addition, prison staff will be given the option to use spit hoods against aggressive prisoners.
11 Mar 2019 · passed without a vote - HE 177/2018 vpPassed with amendments
Improving rights of underage suspects
Legal safeguards for underage suspects and defendants will be strengthened in criminal proceedings. The obligation of authorities to inform minors of their rights and to offer protection will be increased.
28 Feb 2019 · passed without a vote - HE 252/2016 vpPassed with amendments
Adding alternatives to remand imprisonment
Instead of being imprisoned, a person suspected or convicted of an offence could be placed under an electronically supervised travel ban or investigative detention. At the same time, the retention period for remand prisoners on police premises will be significantly shortened.
6 Nov 2017 · passed without a vote