Referendum on Justice Reform: Public Meeting in Trinitapoli to Discuss ‘Yes’ Vote

Trinitapoli, Italy – A public meeting is scheduled for March 1, 2026, at the Assunta Auditorium in Trinitapoli to discuss the upcoming referendum on the constitutional reform concerning the separation of powers within the Italian judiciary. The event, organized by the Criminal Chamber of Capitanata “Achille Iannarelli,” aims to provide citizens with a platform for in-depth analysis and discussion before the referendum vote.

Key Speakers and Participants

The meeting will feature insights from several prominent figures in the legal and political spheres:

• Senator Francesco Paolo Sisto, Deputy Minister of Justice
• Doctor Francesco Bretone, Deputy Attorney General at the Court of Appeal of Bari
• Lawyer Giulio Treggiari, former President of the Criminal Chamber of Capitanata

Institutional greetings will be delivered by:

• Francesco di Feo, Mayor of Trinitapoli
• Gianluca Ursitti, President of the Foggia Bar Association
• Massimiliano Mari, President of the Criminal Chamber of Capitanata
• Loredana Lionetti, President of the City Council of Trinitapoli

Focus of the Discussion

The meeting will center on the principles of the proposed constitutional reform and the rationale behind supporting a ‘Yes’ vote in the referendum. Organizers emphasize the intention to present a clear and unbiased overview of the reform, avoiding ideological or political biases, to ensure informed participation from citizens.

Background on the Referendum

The referendum addresses the separation of careers between judges and public prosecutors in Italy. The Union of Italian Criminal Chambers (UCPI) has been advocating for this separation for years, arguing it will strengthen the guarantees of due process and align Italy with more robust democratic models in Western countries. The Capitanata Criminal Chamber has established a local committee to promote the ‘Yes’ vote, coordinated by lawyer Giulio Treggiari.

Event Details

• Date: March 1, 2026
• Time: 5:00 PM
• Location: Assunta Auditorium, Trinitapoli

Further information about the referendum and the initiatives of the Italian Criminal Chambers can be found at www.camerepenali.it and www.camerapenaledicapitanata.it.