Prosecution's Failure in Maslarova Case to Cost Bulgarian State 500,000 Lev

The Bulgarian prosecution faces a significant financial penalty and reputational blow due to its mishandled investigation in the case of former Minister of Social Affairs, Emilia Maslarova. Reports indicate that the state will have to pay 500,000 Bulgarian levs as a consequence of the prosecution's failures in this high-profile case.

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Half a million levs will cost the prosecution's failure in the case against Emilia Maslarova, "24 Chasa" reported.

This substantial sum follows Maslarova's successful legal action against the prosecution, from which she has already secured 100,000 levs. This award comes after she had initially won a claim for 130,000 euros at the first instance court. The repeated legal setbacks highlight serious deficiencies in the prosecution's handling of the case, leading to considerable financial repercussions for the state.

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A few days ago, the former Minister of Social Affairs from BSP finally sued the prosecution for 100,000 levs.

The case against Maslarova, a former minister under a BSP (Bulgarian Socialist Party) government, has been protracted and contentious. The prosecution's inability to secure a conviction or effectively defend its actions in court has now resulted in a costly outcome. This situation raises questions about the competence and efficiency of the prosecution service and its adherence to legal standards, particularly in cases involving former high-ranking officials.

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At first instance, a claim for 130,000 euros was won...