**Georgian Politicians Who Refuse to Pay Bail May Face Same Fate as Those Who Did Not**
In a stern warning, Davit Matikashvili, the Chairman of the Committee on Procedural Issues and Rules in Georgia, has stated that those who violate the law will be held accountable. This comes after opposition politicians refused to pay their bail.
According to Matikashvili, anyone who fails to comply with court orders or laws will face appropriate sanctions. He noted that these individuals were summoned to a temporary investigation commission and failed to appear, which is a criminal offense. When they were given bail in the criminal case, they still chose not to pay it.
Matikashvili emphasized that the government will apply the same rules as those found in democratic countries like Europe and the United States. “Everyone who violates the law will be held accountable,” he said. “They will share the same fate as those people who did not pay their bail.”
The Chairman’s comments come after several opposition politicians, including Nika Gvaramia and Zurab Girchi Japaridze, refused to pay their bail. In contrast, leaders of the Lelo – Strong Georgia party, Badri Japaridze and Mamuka Khazaradze, have paid their bail.
**The Real Reason Behind the Opposition’s Actions**
Matikashvili suggested that the opposition politicians are trying to create a scenario to portray the government as persecuting them. He believes that by refusing to pay their bail, they hope to escalate the situation and gain public sympathy.
However, this move may backfire. The Georgian government is determined to hold these individuals accountable for violating the law. As Matikashvili pointed out, failure to comply with court orders or laws will result in sanctions being applied equally to everyone, regardless of their position or party affiliation.
**The Implications**
In May, a court replaced the bail of former Defense Minister Irakli Okruashvili with detention after he failed to pay his bail. This decision sets a precedent for others who refuse to comply with court orders.
As the situation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how the opposition politicians will respond to the government’s stance on accountability. One thing is certain: in Georgia, the rule of law will be upheld, and those who violate it will face consequences.
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