# Albania fines protesters $6,000 for being present at violent demonstration

Albanian authorities imposed a $6,000 fine on demonstrators who were present at a protest that turned violent. The measure penalizes attendance rather than proven individual conduct, raising concerns about freedom of assembly and protest rights.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/oct/29/albania-protest-attendance-fine-law) — Thu, 29 Oct 2026 00:53:26 GMT