The Venice Commission has released a follow-up opinion on Serbia’s implementation of legal reforms, often referred to as the “Mrdić Laws.” The Commission initially issued an urgent opinion on the laws, which sparked controversy regarding their potential impact on judicial independence and the rule of law. This new assessment indicates Serbia has addressed seven out of nine recommendations made by the Commission. The reforms concerned changes to the laws governing the State Prosecutorial Council and the High Judicial Council. While acknowledging progress, the Venice Commission’s report doesn’t detail which specific recommendations remain unfulfilled. The findings suggest partial compliance with the Commission’s concerns, but further action may be needed to fully address them. The “Mrdić Laws” were intended to streamline judicial processes but faced criticism from opposition parties and legal experts.