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Concerns Regarding the Legal Service's Process in the Rape Case

July 14, 2025

The Legal Service of Cyprus expressed concerns about the ECHR's decision in the rape case involving a politician, acknowledging an error in handling the case. Lawyer Elli Papagapiou emphasized that the integrity of the Service should not be undermined due to this decision. There is a need for improvement and internal control in managing such serious cases. The Ministry of Justice is preparing a bill to address similar issues in the future.