Plovdiv Court Confirms BGN 5,000 Fine for MI PE 2019 EOOD
A recent ruling by the Plovdiv court has affirmed a penal decree issued against MI PE 2019 EOOD,upholding a fine of BGN 5,000. The court steadfast the sanction to be appropriate given the specifics of the case, deeming it both lawful and proportional.
The legal dispute stemmed from a complaint filed by MI PE 2019 EOOD challenging the initial penal decree. However, the court rejected the company’s appeal, fully supporting the original decision. In addition to the BGN 5,000 fine,MI PE 2019 EOOD is also required to cover BGN 100 in legal costs incurred by Plovdiv Municipality for representation by their legal counsel.
The decision allows for a 14-day appeal period, during which MI PE 2019 EOOD can submit a challenge to the Administrative Court of Plovdiv. The specifics of the original infraction that led to the penal decree were not detailed in the court’s published decision.
Understanding Penal Decrees in Bulgarian Law
Penal decrees (наказателни постановления) in Bulgaria are administrative sanctions issued by authorized officials for violations of laws and regulations. These decrees are common in areas such as public order, environmental protection, and consumer rights. Individuals or companies receiving a penal decree have the right to appeal the decision in court. The court review focuses on the legality of the decree – whether the correct procedures were followed, whether the violation occurred, and whether the imposed sanction is proportionate to the offense.
The Administrative court of Plovdiv, located at ул. “Братя Шопски” 29, 4000 Plovdiv, Bulgaria, is the appropriate venue for appeals related to administrative decisions made within the Plovdiv region. The court’s decisions are subject to further appeal to the Supreme Administrative Court in Sofia.
