"Our plan, after the change of government, is to annul the fines imposed on demonstrators—these fines are unconstitutional and violate international law, as confirmed by the Venice Commission," said Ana Natsvlishvili, one of the leaders of the "Lelo" party and the "Strong Georgia" coalition, during a briefing.
She added that the party's plan also includes compensating affected individuals, with the payments coming from those who currently serve this unjust and unlawful system.
"'Lelo' and 'Strong Georgia' have long asserted that the fines used by 'Georgian Dream' against demonstrators violate Georgia’s Constitution. After yesterday, we now have an international assessment— the latest evaluation from the Venice Commission—which confirms that these fines not only breach Georgia’s Constitution but also contradict international law. Therefore, our plan, after the change of government, is to annul all these fines.
Furthermore, 'Lelo' and 'Strong Georgia' aim to abolish the entire code that 'Georgian Dream' has been amending because it is a Soviet-era code adopted in 1984 and has no place in a democratic, European Georgia. We will repeal this Soviet law and cancel all fines issued under its provisions.
At the same time, every demonstrator who has been fined or placed under administrative detention under this unconstitutional and internationally unlawful law will receive compensation. More importantly, every individual—whether so-called law enforcement officers or so-called judges—who today enforces this illegal law and punishes Georgian citizens under its provisions will be held accountable by law.
The source of compensation for the citizens currently persecuted and harassed by 'Georgian Dream' will come from the personal assets of those who have distorted the law and justice. Additionally, corruptly obtained benefits and revenues will be directed into the state budget to fund this compensation. These illicit financial gains include advantages acquired under the 'Offshore Law,' which violates the principles of justice and the Constitution. The public is well aware of who benefits from these privileges," Natsvlishvili stated.