Held incommunicado since his arrest on 11 October with his lawyer denied access to the case file, Amirsalar faces the severe espionage accusation based entirely on an audio recording of a marriage ceremony he officiated for his clients over the phone.
Human Rights Lawyer Amirsalar Davoudi Charged with Espionage for Officiating Wedding
Human rights lawyer Amirsalar Davoudi has been charged with espionage based on an audio recording of a wedding ceremony he officiated via phone. He has been held incommunicado since his arrest on October 11, and his lawyer has been denied access to the case file. This case raises concerns about the treatment of legal professionals and the implications for human rights in Iran.
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📰 What Happened
Iran charges human rights lawyer Amirsalar Davoudi with espionage for officiating a wedding.
- Iranian authorities indict Amirsalar Davoudi
- Iranian authorities arrest Amirsalar Davoudi
- Iranian authorities deny access Amirsalar Davoudi's lawyer
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
The indictment of a human rights lawyer signals a troubling trend for legal rights in Iran.
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