In the aftermath of the Woman, Life, Freedom movement, several lawyers have faced arrest and received prison sentences for various reasons, though Marzieh Mohebi’s verdict has taken an unexpected turn in the judicial system.
In the aftermath of the Woman, Life, Freedom movement, human rights lawyer Marzieh Mohebi was arrested and a court granted authorities the power to confiscate her properties – in violation of her citizenship rights. https://t.co/oNCU6MhFTm #truth #IranRevolution
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A court in the northeastern city of Mashhad issued a ruling for Mohebi – granting authorities the power to confiscate her properties – in violation of her citizenship rights.
With an impressive legal career spanning over three decades in Iranian courts, Mohebi has been a devoted advocate for women’s rights. She is the esteemed founder and director of the non-profit organization, Sora Women Lawyers Association, which boasts a membership of approximately 250 lawyers.
In an interview with IranWire, Mohebi revealed that her organization has been tirelessly providing pro bono legal representation to incarcerated women in the Khorasan-Razavi province. Additionally, they have offered vital support to women who have endured violence and abuse.
Under her guidance, the association’s lawyers have taken up cases involving child abuse, fought against child marriage, and advocated for women’s rights, particularly in marginalized communities on the outskirts of Iranian cities.
Mohebi’s situation escalated after the start of the Woman, Life, Freedom movement and the initiation of a legal case in Mashhad Revolutionary Court. Mounting pressures have now compelled her to leave the country in a bid to protect her safety.
Mohebi took to Twitter to announce the decree issued by the judicial system of the Islamic Republic, allowing the seizure of her property.
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