On May 23, 2025, “Publika” journalist Mariam Kavshbaia was fined 5,000 GEL by Judge Zviad Tsekvava.

The police issued an administrative offense report against Mariam Kavshbaia on February 3 of this year. The Ministry of Internal Affairs accused the journalist of illegally blocking the road while carrying out her professional duties.

Mariam Kavshbaia presented evidence in the court — including photos she had taken that day, as well as her publications posted on “Publika’s” Facebook page. Additionally, video footage submitted by the Ministry of Internal Affairs itself showed the journalist working during the protest. Nevertheless, the court upheld the fine and ordered the journalist to pay 5,000 GEL.