A court in Hungary has ruled that former Fidesz MP Tamás Detained Iszpán can sue the government for compensation after he was unlawfully detained for 14 months.The politician was detained in September 2021, following allegations of fraud and money laundering, but was released in November 2022 after the charges against him were dropped.Iszpán has since filed a lawsuit against the government, seeking compensation for his unlawful detention. The government has argued that he was not unlawfully detained, but the court has ruled that he can proceed with his lawsuit.The court’s decision is a blow to the government, which has been accused of abusing its power and suppressing dissent. Iszpán’s lawsuit is one of several that have been filed against the government in recent years, alleging unlawful detention and other human rights violations.The case is also likely to fuel further speculation about divisions within Fidesz, as Iszpán was a close ally of former Prime Minister Ferenc Gyurcsány.Gyurcsány has been critical of the government’s handling of the Iszpán case, and he has accused Prime Minister Viktor Orbán of using the justice system to target his political opponents.The government has denied these allegations, but the case is likely to further damage its reputation.The court’s decision is a victory for Iszpán and for the rule of law in Hungary. It is a reminder that the government cannot act with impunity and that those who are wrongly detained have the right to seek justice.The case is also a reminder of the importance of independent courts in a democracy. The court’s decision is a sign that the judiciary is still able to act independently of the government, despite the government’s efforts to undermine its independence.The case is likely to be closely watched by human rights groups and by those who are concerned about the state of democracy in Hungary. It is a reminder that the fight for human rights is far from over in Hungary, and that it is essential to continue to support independent institutions and those who are fighting for justice..
Detained Iszpán can sue government, court rules
