The practice of the INTERPOL has been to follow the general distinction between two categories of political offenses:
(a) Pure offences: Acts criminalized solely due to their political nature. These offences do not have any ordinary-law element. They are usually directed against the State political system and exclusively affect the public interest and cause only public wrong.
(b) Relative offences: Acts that also contain ordinary-law elements, and therefore also affect private interests and cause, at least in part, a private wrong. Such offences are analysed on the basis of the predominance test.
What is Pure Political Crime?
General Assembly resolutions such as AGN/53/RES/7 (1984) listed a number of examples of pure offenses – e.g. treason/espionage/disclosure of government secrets – that by their very nature fall within Article 3
These crimes may affect the government, foreign countries, economic stability, social cohesion, and national security. Thus, fighting such crimes plays a crucial role for the rule of criminal law,justice, fair governance, welfare of citizens and democratic processes. Strong legal processes, rigorous supervision, and civil individual and members of society involvement are needed to keep authority responsible and defend the state from the potential threat (overthrow, political war, etc)
This is a correct position, since each country can change its national criminal legislation and principles of criminology and from time to time establish more and more new violation and wrongful acts that can be classified as purely political crime.
What is Relative Political Crime ?
According to law, these are crimes that, at first glance, do not appear to be purely political crimes, but based on a combination of factors and general elements of the case, it can be concluded that the political component prevails over the circumstances and violence of a general criminal offense.
Interpol’s rules stipulate that in order to determine the predominance of the political component of a case, the so-called predominance test must be applied and the case must be evaluated through very existence of the following factors:
- The nature of the offence, namely the charges and the underlying facts;
- The status of the persons concerned, to establish them as political criminals who committed political offense;
- The identity of the source of the data;
- The position expressed by another National Central Bureau or another international
- entity;
- The obligations under international law;
- The implications for the neutrality and credibility of the Organization;
- The general context of the case.
What Clients We Represent
Our firm caters to a wide range of clients who may need excellent service in navigating the delicate and intricate field of political crimes. The following is what we stand for:
- Public Officials and leaders who are subject to accusations arising out of their official responsibilities or actions.
- Campaign Staff those people on political parties that are dealing with criminal allegations of electoral malfeasance. Practically, victims of their occupation.
- Lobbyists those who are involved in lobbying activities who could face scrutiny for their interactions with public officials. It is especially important for them as they have access to resources and opportunity to create new political environments.
- Activists or media people who are politically or socially engaged and who may face legal consequences due to their advocacy process..
- Corporate Executives: CEOs and other high-ranking firms officials whose businesses are subject to various laws and who might be the subject of government investigations.
Our clients get individualized attention from our attorney, who are well-versed in the complexities of political public law and can adapt strategies to specific criminal investigations. Understanding the critical importance of maintaining a client’s reputation and the sensitive nature of political allegations, we offer tailored advice to navigate through the legal landscape with robust and discrete methods.
List of Political Crimes We Handle
You can become our client by contacting us with a variety of related crimes, including but not limited to:
1. Corruption
Embezzlement, patronage, and nepotism are some of the many kinds of corruption that occur when public bodies or positions are used for private benefit.
The practice of bribery refers to the practice of offering, providing, receiving, or requesting monetary or non-monetary benefits to influence the behavior of public officials or other media individuals holding positions of power. The honesty of both the public and commercial sectors is tarnished by this crime. As part of our legal services, we defend clients accused of bribery, standing by their side throughout the inquiry and trial. To forestall more charges of bribery, we work closely to cast doubt on the validity of the evidence, investigate the reasons behind the claims, and advise clients strategically on how to comply with anti-bribery public law regulations.
3. Espionage
The term “espionage” refers to the practice of secretly gathering information about another country’s politics, military, or economy for the benefit of one’s government or other organization, often at the expense of the targeted nation. An espionage conviction has heavy consequences, including lengthy jail terms or, in some countries, the death penalty.
4. Treason
One of the most serious governmental crimes is treason, which includes betraying one’s country in any way, whether by trying to topple the government, helping the enemy in combat, or seeking to weaken national security. A treason indictment has the potential for severe repercussions, such as incarceration or even the death penalty. Our professional defense techniques center on casting doubt on the accused’s loyalty to the country, casting doubt on the veracity of eyewitness accounts and offering other explanations for the claimed transgressions. Providing the strongest defense possible in response to these grave accusations is our top priority.
5. Abuse of Power
A person commits abuse of power when they exert undue influence over decision-making, take advantage of their subordinates, or break the public law to further their own personal or public agenda. Reputation and legal consequences may be severely damaged by such charges.
Political Law Investigations
To keep our democratic system pure and equitable, inquiries into governmental legislation are crucial. Claims of violations of laws regulating public bodies activities and behavior, including those about lobbying, campaign financing, and public officials’ ethical obligations, are the focus of these investigations. To make sure that political parties follow all the rules of public law and decency, these investigations are crucial. We diligently investigate any violations via internal assessments, do advisory work with customers on how to stay in compliance with applicable laws, and fight back against regulatory measures with zeal. We take a thorough and long-term strategy, protecting our customers’ interests while preserving the governmental system.
Political Action Committee (PAC) Compliance
An essential component of legitimate governmental participation is adherence to PAC laws. Influencing elections via fundraising and spending activities, Political Action Committees (PACs) play a crucial role in the governmental scene. Nevertheless, the intricate and sometimes intimidating legislative system that controls these endeavors is characterized by severe criteria at the national and state levels. It is both the public law and the way to keep the public’s confidence that requires complete compliance. We help political action committees (PACs) by navigating the complex legal landscape and making sure they follow all the rules when it comes to fundraising, spending, and reporting. Our professional political law attorney firm is designed to help you avoid legal problems and encourage openness, from forming a PAC to maintaining ongoing compliance.
Political and Electoral Disputes
Disputes that arise in the context of politics and elections can destabilize governmental institutions and erode public trust. Claims of wrongdoing, contentious elections, or differences over governmental procedures may all spark such conflicts. A combination of legal expertise and smart negotiating is necessary to resolve such disputes. Whether it’s via litigation, negotiation, or alternative dispute resolution approaches, our firm is adept at resolving issues arising and providing strong legal assistance. Our goal is to settle these criminal cases in a way that is fair and reasonable, while also safeguarding our clients interests and preserving the rule of public law.
Consultation With a Political Lawyer
Professional legal strategic advice is necessary when dealing with the intricacies of governmental law. Having an expert with significant experience and a political law lawyer on your side is crucial when dealing with regulatory investigations, compliance concerns, or governmental disputes. With extensive expertise in governmental matters across many countries, our team of international lawyers brings a wealth of global knowledge to the table. By providing individualized legal counsel, we pledge to defend your interests and safeguard human rights. Feel free to get in touch with our lawyers for a consultation at any time if you are involved in a governmental legal matter. Collaboratively, we will explore the legal system, guaranteeing that your case is managed with meticulous attention to detail and extensive knowledge, striving for the best potential result.
