Verdict is in - | Wöginger found guilty:
The court has sided with the prosecution. More to follow.
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Wöginger Found Guilty in Abuse of Office TrialDefendants received suspended sentences and fines up to €43,200; Wöginger resigns as parliamentary group leader but stays MP.
Key FactsMay 4, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: kleinezeitung.at
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: kleinezeitung.at
- August Wöginger and two finance officials were sentenced to seven months suspended imprisonment and unconditional fines ranging from €22,000 to €43,200 for abuse of office.
- The court deemed the testimony of key witness Thomas Schmid credible and confirmed the existence of job trading.
- The case was initiated by a complaint from applicant Christa Scharf, who was recognized as discriminated against and awarded compensation.
- Following the verdict, Wöginger announced his resignation as parliamentary group leader but intends to remain a National Council member and ÖVP social spokesman.
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