Funds Blocking: A Long and Arduous Process with Little Hope for Quick Resolution

A Difficult Situation for Entrepreneurs in Poland

WARSAW, Poland - Polish authorities have been blocking bank accounts and funds without providing clear reasons or timelines for their decision, leaving many entrepreneurs feeling helpless.

The Lengthy Appeal Process

According to legal experts, the process of appealing a blocked account is lengthy and fraught with uncertainty. If you receive notification of the block, you have just seven days to file an appeal after receiving notification of the block. However, the statement of reasons provided by the prosecution authority is often vague and lacks specific details.

• The entitled party has only seven days to file an appeal
• The authorities provide little information about the reason for the block

Gathering Documents and Uncertainty

“We’re left with no choice but to gather as many documents as possible to prove the legality of our business activity,” said one frustrated entrepreneur. The process of gathering documents is time-consuming, and there is still no guarantee that your appeal will be accepted.

A Long and Arduous Journey Ahead

If your appeal is denied, you can file a complaint with the competent court. However, this process can take up to six months to set a date for a hearing. The actual review of the appeal often leads to the same outcome - the block being upheld.

• No deadlines for reviewing appeals
• Courts can take up to six months to set a date for a hearing

Limited Rights and Uncertainty

Entities whose accounts are blocked are not considered parties to the proceedings, which means they have no right to participate in the examination of witnesses or receive notification of official activities. This leaves many entrepreneurs feeling like passive observers in their own cases.

• No right to participate in the examination of witnesses
• No notification of official activities

A Constant Threat: Forfeiture

The outcome of the proceedings may be far from certain, and the risk of forfeiture remains a constant threat. “It’s a long shot that we’ll ever see our funds again,” said one entrepreneur who has been affected by the block. “The authorities seem more interested in keeping us on the hook than finding out what really happened.”

Conclusion

In conclusion, the process of appealing a blocked account is complex and fraught with uncertainty. Entrepreneurs would do well to seek legal aid and apply constant pressure on the prosecution authority to expedite their case. However, even then, there can be no guarantee of a quick or favorable outcome.