Supreme Court Upholds Conviction of Former Catalan Vice President Oriol Junqueras
On Monday, the Supreme Court of Spain confirmed its decision to deny amnesty to former Catalan Vice President Oriol Junqueras for his conviction related to the Catalan independence process, known as the procés. The ruling emphasizes that there was personal financial gain connected to the crime of embezzlement committed by Junqueras, reinforcing the seriousness of his actions.
This decision also rejects appeals not only from Junqueras but also from former councilors Raül Romeva, Dolors Bassa, and Jordi Turull. These appeals were submitted in conjunction with the Prosecutor's Office and the State Attorney's Office, underscoring the legal complexities surrounding the cases of those involved in the controversial independence movement.
Although the Supreme Court has made this ruling, the convicted individuals still have the option to file a nullity incident before the Supreme Court. If they choose to do so, this could potentially lead them to seek protection from the Constitutional Court, which may further complicate or extend their appeals process.
The ongoing developments in Junqueras’s case reflect the deep political and legal divisions in Spain concerning the Catalan independence movement and highlight the judiciary's firm stance on acts deemed detrimental to the state.
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