# Albania imposes $6,000 fine on people present at protests that turn violent

https://mins.news/en/item/120016

- The Guardian, 2026-10-29 00:53 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/oct/29/albania-protest-attendance-fine-law

> Albania’s government introduced fines of up to 500,000 leks for people who remain in a public crowd committing violence or looting, even if they do not personally act violently. The measures also let police temporarily restrict gatherings and must be approved by parliament within 45 days to remain in force.

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