Lawyer: Luka Kurtanidze admits to one of four charges, domestic violence, expresses remorse, but was a victim of severe provocation - As a respected person, he seeks forgiveness from society
Former “Georgian Dream” deputy Eldar Kurtanidze remains in custody following the judge’s decision.
According to Kurtanidze’s lawyer, Ivane Meparishvili, in a statement to “Interpressnews,” Eldar Kurtanidze admits to one of the four charges against him—domestic violence—but denies the other three.
The lawyer clarified that the former “Georgian Dream” deputy expresses remorse for his actions before society and the justice system and “seeks forgiveness.”
“Luka Kurtanidze faces charges under four articles: domestic violence, property damage, violation of property ownership rights, and violation of a restraining order. Regarding these, we do not admit guilt in three of the charges. Eldar Kurtanidze has admitted, and we acknowledge, the charge under Article 126, which pertains to domestic violence. We believe he was a victim of significant provocation by the injured party and regrets his actions. He believes his response was disproportionate, that there was some physical contact, but not in a way that caused severe harm to Ms. Khatuna. However, he was a victim of severe provocation. His response to this provocation was disproportionate, and he believes he should have exercised greater restraint. He expresses remorse for his actions before society and the justice system. As a public figure, a respected person with a certain authority and aspirations, he seeks forgiveness from society and deeply regrets his actions. In this regard, he acknowledges his guilt,” Meparishvili stated.
According to the lawyer, the next hearing is scheduled for October 29 at 3:30 PM.
For context, the investigation against former “Georgian Dream” deputy Eldar Kurtanidze is being conducted under four articles. Recently, a new charge was added to the case, related to the violation of property rights.
Luka Kurtanidze has been charged with domestic violence, intentional damage to a family member’s property, and failure to comply with the requirements and obligations of a protective order. These offenses carry a penalty of up to five years of imprisonment.
