Incident Registry
Documenting unlawful detentions, police violence, and abuse in Georgia
Incident reports are based on testimony from victims, witnesses, and corroborating open-source evidence. Some details may be withheld to protect the safety of individuals involved. If you have information relevant to any documented incident, you can submit it securely via Signal (@gap.995) or our contact form.
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Sidewalk near Parliament building, Tbilisi
Sandro Megrelishvili was detained in late December 2025 for standing on a sidewalk near the parliament building. He was held for 4 days. Human Rights Watch documented the case as an example of arbitrary detention of peaceful protesters.
Central Tbilisi, near protest venue, Tbilisi
Lara Nachkebia, an activist, was detained for 4 days in October 2025 for allegedly 'covering her face' during a protest. Amnesty International documented the case as a disproportionate response to peaceful assembly.
Gorgasali Square, near restaurant "Machakhela", Tbilisi
Upon leaving a restaurant, Giorgi Kurulashvili shouted "Fire on the oligarchy." Police detained him under Art. 173 parts I and II. The court dismissed Part I (disobedience) but fined him 3,000 GEL under Part II (verbal insult). Police witness testimonies directly contradict each other.
Theatre University, Tbilisi
Ten students of the Theatre University who had participated in an 83-day protest inside the building were forcibly removed by police. Each student was fined 5,000 GEL (total 50,000 GEL) and faced suspension proceedings. The decision was later reversed by the rector after public outcry.