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The subject of this article is the examination of the validity of the current wording of Article 233 § 1a of the Criminal Code. According to the authors, in light of the Supreme Court's resolution of November 9, 2021, ref. I KZP 5/21, this regulation, or alternatively, the criminal procedure concerning the right to defense, requires amendment.