Republika Srpska’s Justice Minister, Goran Selak, has asserted that a prior judgment against Milorad Dodik does not disqualify him from running for the Bosnian Presidency representing the Serb people. Selak based this claim on the specifics outlined in the judgment itself. The statement addresses ongoing questions regarding Dodik’s eligibility given past legal proceedings. This confirmation comes as Dodik is expected to contend for a seat in the multi-ethnic Presidency. The Sarajevo Times initially reported on the Minister’s assessment. Further legal challenges to Dodik’s candidacy remain possible, but Selak’s interpretation offers a key perspective from within Republika Srpska.