Nino Datashvili

On Bail
Arrested: 20 June 2025Potential: 4-7 years
Art. 353.1.3

Article 353¹, Part 3 – Attack on a public servant while performing official duties.

Case Details

Nino Datashvili is a civic educator and activist arrested on June 20, 2025 on charges of assaulting a public servant, specifically a court bailiff, in connection with an incident on June 9 at Tbilisi City Court. After her arrest, she was remanded to pretrial detention. In August 2025, the court agreed to a psychiatric evaluation, criticized by human rights advocates. On October 29, 2025, her pretrial detention was replaced with bail set at 5,000 GEL due to her significantly deteriorated health. The trial is ongoing and Datashvili continues to deny the charges.

Defense Arguments

Detention was excessive. Lack of clear evidence of intent to harm.

Procedural Issues

Court ordered psychiatric evaluation, criticized as potentially stigmatizing. Health deteriorated significantly while in custody.

Personal Background

Civic educator and activist. Released from pretrial detention on 5,000 GEL bail after spending four months in custody.

Health Issues

Health significantly deteriorated while in custody. Required medical treatment and surgery.

Timeline of Key Dates

20 June 2025
Arrested
29 October 2025
Released on bail of 5,000 GEL