Slovak shops report rise in thefts in wake of Fico reform

A growing number of Slovak shopkeepers report an increase in petty theft following the reform of the criminal code introduced by Fico’s government, which reclassified theft of up to €700 as an administrative offence punishable by a maximum fine of €331, even if repeated.

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The new legislation came into force in early August after Slovakia's Constitutional Court approved several controversial elements of the reform package, declaring them constitutional and allowing them to be implemented. [EPA-EFE/MARTIN DIVISEK]

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Natália Silenská Euractiv 26-08-2024 06:51 3 min. read Content type: News

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Updated: 01-10-2024

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