Climate
Judge Calls Blocking of Highway by Extinction Rebellion Unacceptable and Imposes 120 Hours of Community Service
On 2026-09-09, six climate activists from Extinction Rebellion (XR) were sentenced to 120 hours of community service and a two-week suspended prison sentence for blocking a highway in Utrecht on 2026-04-25. The judge described the action as unacceptable, emphasizing the disruption caused. The verdict follows XR’s protest against climate policies. The court’s decision highlights the legal consequences for obstructing public roads, with the judge stating that such actions cannot be tolerated. The activists have not commented on whether they will appeal.
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