Attorney Prince Stevens commented on recent multiple arrests linked to political violence, urging a focus on legal standards over public sentiment. He stated that national law permits repeated arrests when supported by new evidence or fresh lawful grounds for each detention.
Stevens addressed concerns from the MCP and others who view these arrests as politically driven. He emphasized that courts, not social media, properly evaluate the legality of such actions. The attorney also noted in a Chichewa statement that the rights of those arrested should not surpass the rights of citizens fearing demonstration-related violence. He maintained that strict adherence to established legal procedures remains the paramount concern.
Stevens addressed concerns from the MCP and others who view these arrests as politically driven. He emphasized that courts, not social media, properly evaluate the legality of such actions. The attorney also noted in a Chichewa statement that the rights of those arrested should not surpass the rights of citizens fearing demonstration-related violence. He maintained that strict adherence to established legal procedures remains the paramount concern.
