BREAKING: A man from Tivat, identified as M.J. (born 1966), has been fined €445 for verbally insulting Montenegrin politician Nikola Zirojević on social media. This urgent ruling was issued by the Budva Court for Misdemeanors after an incident that occurred on December 12, 2025, at approximately 5:00 PM.
The court revealed that M.J. posted a series of offensive comments from his personal Facebook account directed at Zirojević. These comments were made in response to one of Zirojević’s posts, escalating to a significant public confrontation.
M.J. faced trial on December 17, 2025, under expedited procedures after being detained and subsequently brought before Judge Jelen Stanisic in Kotor within the legal timeframe. This swift action underscores the seriousness with which authorities are treating online harassment and insults aimed at public figures.
Officials emphasize that such behavior will not be tolerated, highlighting the need for civility in political discourse. The ruling serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of online actions, reinforcing the legal framework surrounding social media conduct in Montenegro.
As this story develops, observers are keen to see if this case will set precedents for similar instances of online abuse. Stay tuned for further updates on this significant ruling.
