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Request for the waiver of the immunity of Harald Vilimsky

TA-10-2026-0164 · P10_TA(2026)0164 · PE784.495

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The European Parliament decided to waive the immunity of Harald Vilimsky, a Member of the European Parliament, following a request from Austrian authorities in connection with alleged embezzlement.

Key points

  1. Parliament waives the immunity of Harald Vilimsky.
  2. The request concerns alleged embezzlement under Article 153(1) and (3) of the Austrian Criminal Code, with alleged participation under Article 12.
  3. The alleged acts involve using party funds for private purposes, including a door and lock installation, causing damage of EUR 9 434 to the FPÖ's assets.
  4. The alleged offence is not related to an opinion expressed or vote cast in performance of duties under Article 8 of Protocol No 7.
  5. Parliament found no evidence of fumus persecutionis, meaning the proceedings do not appear intended to damage Vilimsky's political activity.

Who is affected

  • Harald Vilimsky, Member of the European Parliament, whose immunity is waived, allowing prosecution in Austria.
  • The competent authority of the Republic of Austria, which will receive the decision and report.

Figures and deadlines

  • EUR 9 434, the total damage to the FPÖ's assets.

Legal basis: Articles 8 and 9 of Protocol No 7 on the Privileges and Immunities of the European Union, and Article 6(2) of the Act of 20 September 1976.