New Phase in Chocianów Mayor’s Legal Battle Unfolds

A hearing was held yesterday at the Lubin district court in the case against Chocianów mayor Tomasz Kulczyński. He faces charges of driving under the influence and insulting officers after his detention.

Liquor store testimony

A sales clerk from a local liquor shop testified before the court. She identified Kulczyński and said he bought alcohol at her store the day of the alleged incident.

She also told the court she would not sell alcohol to an obviously intoxicated person. Her statement supports the prosecution’s timeline.

Defense witnesses and credibility disputes

The defense presented seven witnesses who said they saw Kulczyński shortly before the incident. Each of them testified that he appeared sober at the time.

Some witnesses added they saw him at home later, also sober. Their accounts aim to challenge elements of the prosecution’s narrative.

Questions about other testimony

Defense lawyers attacked the reliability of a key prosecution witness. That witness said he spoke with Kulczyński at a Lubin intersection.

Police officers testified the other driver’s car showed only scratches, not clear collision damage. The defense argues this contradicts claims of a crash.

Prosecutors relied heavily on testimony from the Mercedes driver. Court records show he changed his account multiple times. He was later charged over alleged false statements and ultimately confirmed the prosecution’s version in court.

Defense counsel says that sequence is open to challenge. They suggest the witness might have been incentivized to adjust his testimony.

Court rulings and next steps

The court reviewed several evidentiary motions at the session. Judges decided which requests to admit or reject.

A forthcoming decision will determine whether Kulczyński must undergo psychiatric and psychological evaluations. The court said those expert assessments may be ordered soon.

Broader reactions

Supporters of the mayor claim the case has political overtones. They allege retaliation tied to his cooperation with the PiS government during the previous term.

Defense attorneys maintain that, without clear vehicle damage, the basis for arrest at his private home was weak. They say this point is central to their argument.

Filmogaz.com will follow developments as this legal battle unfolds and enters a new phase for the Chocianów mayor.