Austria Faces Fines Over Delayed EU Sanctions Law
The Austrian government missed a deadline to implement EU sanctions directives, risking millions in fines amid internal political disputes.
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Indictment Filed Over Nazi Slogans on Austrian Train
A 21-year-old faces a jury trial for allegedly performing the Hitler salute on a Zillertalbahn train during the Gauder Fest in May.
Austrian Court Annuls Marriage of Teenage Cousins
The District Court of Feldkirch has voided a marriage between two cousins following strict new laws prohibiting unions for those under 18.
Austrian Legal Experts Protest Staff Shortages
Legal professionals demand 320 new positions to address a 120 percent workload crisis during the nationwide Rule of Law Action Week.
WKStA Drops False Testimony Case Against Schmid
Prosecutors dismissed an investigation into Thomas Schmid on Monday after finding no evidence he lied to a committee or court.
Austria Probes Lawyer Over Judge Abuse Claims
The Ministry of Justice seeks disciplinary action against Dieter Böhmdorfer for allegations made against judge Marion Hohenecker.
Judges and Prosecutors Announce Nationwide Strike
Judicial staff will halt all court activities from October 12 to 16 to protest severe personnel shortages and budget constraints.
Vienna Labor Court Faces 140% Workload Crisis
Vienna's Labor and Social Court warns of severe delays in dismissal and nursing care cases due to a critical shortage of nine judges.
Austria Implements School Headscarf Ban
New legislation in Austria bans headscarves for students under 14, introducing fines up to 800 euros for repeated violations in schools.