The Venice Commission analyzes the legal aspects but does not consider the actual situation in the country, regardless of whether a law is adopted through an expedited or regular procedure. They are not interested in whether the police are being attacked with pyrotechnics, stones, or Molotov cocktails," said the First Vice Speaker of Parliament, Gia Volski, while assessing the Venice Commission's statement in a conversation with journalists.

According to his explanation, certain laws need to be adopted quickly to prevent the development of processes that could "destroy the country."

"In general, such a law should not be passed in an expedited manner unless circumstances force it. The Venice Commission analyzes the legal aspects but does not look at the actual situation in the country where a particular law is being adopted, whether through an expedited or regular process. They are not interested in whether the police are being attacked with pyrotechnics, stones, or Molotov cocktails. In reality, the situation in Georgia required the adoption of this law in such a manner, and even those calling for a revolution would agree with this. Some laws must be passed promptly to prevent the escalation of processes that could devastate the country. As for the Venice Commission, its nature and purpose do not include assessing the local political situation," Volski stated.

For reference, the Venice Commission has stated that amendments to the "Code of Administrative Offenses" and the "Law on Assemblies and Demonstrations" should be reviewed through a proper legislative process.

The Venice Commission issued an urgent opinion regarding the amendments to the "Code of Administrative Offenses" and the "Law on Assemblies and Demonstrations" adopted by the Georgian Parliament on December 13, 2024, and February 6, 2025.

Following its analysis of the legislative process, the Venice Commission stated that the legislative proposals were adopted hastily, without the involvement of relevant stakeholders.