# Are parents in France and Italy liable for damage caused by student protesters?

https://mins.news/en/item/112686

- Al Jazeera, 2026-10-23 12:18 UTC
- Society
- Original: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/10/23/are-parents-in-france-and-italy-liable-for-damage-caused-by-student-protesters?traffic_source=rss

> Italy has approved measures allowing fines or claims for damages against parents whose children take part in vandalism or looting during protests. France is considering similar penalties. Laws in both countries already provide for parents to bear civil liability for damage caused by children living with them under certain conditions.

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