Georgian Opposition Politician Aleko Elisashvili Faces New 'Contempt of Court' Charge

Elisashvili Faces New Charge as Prosecutor Accuses Him of ‘Contempt of Court’ Through ‘Insult’ of Police Witness

Imprisoned opposition politician Aleko Elisashvili is facing a new criminal charge of “contempt of court” after a prosecutor accused him of “insulting” a police officer who was testifying as a witness in court. The offence, defined under Article 366 of Georgia’s Criminal Code, carries a fine, community service or up to one year in prison. …

By Civil.ge