French Senate weighs bill to make protesters pay for unrest damage
France's Senate on Wednesday approved a bill authorising rioters to be held financially accountable for damage caused during social unrest, with penalties of up to €10,000 and possible welfare benefit seizures. Rights groups warn the legislation could undermine the public's fundamental right to…
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