This article examines the basis and scope of the Polish 1997 Constitutions
principle of freedom of economic activity. The article begins by taking a general look
at the public – private law distinction and the theory of legal principles, including
constitutional principles. The article then discusses the freedom of economic activity
as a right to reject interference by the state and as a right to reject interference by
others (individuals, organizations, etc.). Finally, the article presents some open
problems with conflicts between the principle of freedom of economic activity and
other legal principles.Anna Piszcz - Uniwersytet w BiałymstokuBeata Leszczyńska - Uniwersytet w Białymstok
