Albanian judiciary faces crisis over unpaid salaries

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The Albanian judicial system is facing a significant crisis due to the non-payment of salaries for judges and judicial administration staff. The Constitutional Court has issued a statement clarifying that its decision from February 17, 2026, regarding salary standards is final and binding, regardless of internal budget administration methods.

In response to the situation, Sokol Sadushi, Chairman of the Supreme Court, has called for a General Assembly of Judges on September 10 to determine institutional steps. Simultaneously, court presidents have demanded the immediate unblocking of funds, noting that unpaid wages threaten judicial independence and the normal functioning of courts.

The crisis has led to direct action, including a work boycott by employees of the Tirana Court's Civil Chamber. Meanwhile, the General Prosecutor's Office has met with prosecutors and judicial council representatives, agreeing to address the matter through legal instruments to ensure institutional stability.

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Constitutional Court · Constitutional Court of Albania · General Prosecution of Albania · General Prosecutor's Office · High Judicial Council · National Chamber of Lawyers · Sokol Sadushi

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[○ 1 SOURCE] Employees and secretaries of the Civil Chamber of the Tirana Court boycotted work on September 8, 2026, due to unpaid August salaries.
[● 2 SOURCES] The Constitutional Court stated that its decision No. 15, dated February 17, 2026, is final and mandatory for all responsible authorities. almakos.com · www.topalbaniaradio.com
[● 2 SOURCES] The Court clarified that its internal methods of calculating and executing salaries based on available budget funds do not affect the legal obligations of the decision. almakos.com · www.topalbaniaradio.com
[● 2 SOURCES] Court presidents issued a statement on September 8, 2026, demanding the unblocking of salaries for judges and judicial administration staff. gijotina.com · kohajone.com
[● 5 SOURCES] The assembly aims to discuss the non-implementation of Constitutional Court decision No. 15/2026 and the blocking of salaries for judges and judicial administration. www.bulevardnews.com · gazetaimpakt.com · faxweb.al · www.balkanweb.com · javanews.al
[○ 1 SOURCE] The General Prosecutor's Office held a meeting on September 8, 2026, and agreed to pursue the issue through legal instruments to ensure the functioning of justice institutions. aktuale.mk
[● 5 SOURCES] Sokol Sadushi, Chairman of the Supreme Court, has called for a General Assembly of Judges on September 10 at 10:00. www.bulevardnews.com · gazetaimpakt.com · faxweb.al · www.balkanweb.com · javanews.al