The
Human Rights Defender remains concerned that a final solution has not yet been
reached regarding the tax obligations imposed on lawyers providing free legal
aid.
The
Human Rights Defender remains in ongoing communication with the relevant
authority regarding the legislative regulations on tax obligations for lawyers
offering free legal aid, following recent amendments to the Tax Code. The
Defender emphasizes the importance of continued efforts to address these
issues.
At
the same time, the Human Rights Defender Ms. Anahit Manasyan welcomes the steps
taken by the competent authority to resolve the situation. In this context, the
Defender also underscores the importance of the involvement of all interested
parties in the decision-making process. The guarantee of free legal aid remains
under the attention of the Human Rights Defender. In this regard, the Defender
reaffirms her commitment to contributing to the resolution of this issue within
the scope of her mandate.