State to Pay €26,000 for Unjust Detention: Is Justice Slow or Just Expensive?
Imagine being arrested and held in detention for two years and two months, only for the court to say – it was a mistake! That’s exactly what happened to B. M. from Kolašin, Montenegro, who will now receive €26,000 from the state for mental anguish, damage to honor, reputation, and personal freedom.
How Did This Happen?
B. M. was arrested on March 20 and spent an unbelievable two years and two months in detention. Eventually, the courts acquitted him of charges of complicity in murder. The Supreme Court confirmed that the arrest was unfounded and that B. M. suffered significant harm.
How Much Money Are We Talking About?
The state will pay him €26,000 with legal interest, plus cover legal costs. The court considered the length of detention, the severity of the charges, and personal circumstances – B. M. has four children and is a pensioner.
Is That Enough?
The court found the compensation to be somewhat low but not excessive. The state tried to challenge the amount, but the court made it clear that the trauma B. M. endured cannot be ignored. Two years and two months in detention without grounds is no small matter.
What Does This Mean for Justice in Montenegro?
This case casts a shadow over the judicial system. How is it possible for someone to spend so much time in detention without solid evidence? Should the state pay for its mistakes or prevent them?
Conclusion
Justice is slow and expensive. But what about the people who lost years of their lives? Can €26,000 compensate for lost freedom, pain, and humiliation? If you think this is a fair amount or that the state should take better care of its citizens, drop a comment.
And hey, if you thought justice only exists in movies, think again – in real life, it can be both too slow and too costly. What would you do if you were in B. M.’s shoes?
