HEAD OF GENERAL INSPECTORATE OF POLICE REMINDED ABOUT SANCTIONS FOR WEARING ST. GEORGE RIBBON

The head of the General Inspectorate of Police, Viorel Cernauteanu, has reminded about sanctions for wearing the St. George's ribbon. At a briefing on Monday he recalled that "the St. George ribbon is a symbol of Russia's aggression against Ukraine," and fines are stipulated for its wearing, sale, storage and production. Individuals can be fined up to 9,000 lei, legal entities - up to 30,000 lei.

In the run-up to the upcoming Victory Day celebrations, he urged citizens to observe "during the events the provisions of the law "On Assemblies."

"It is important and necessary to avoid political and provocative messages that provoke violence. Citizens should not carry weapons and prohibited items that may pose a danger to others. In risky situations, citizens can call the 112 Service," the official said.