A 55-year-old woman has been charged after failing to declare a substantial amount of euros while traveling to Greece.
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| €50 Notes Seized by Albanian Border Police at Kakavijë |
During a routine inspection at the Kakavijë Border Crossing (PKK Kakavijë), authorities discovered 11,800 euros in her bag that she had not declared as required by law. Following the discovery, the cash was seized, and the case has been referred to the Prosecutor's Office for further legal proceedings.
The police reported that the increased vigilance of the Border Police has been instrumental in preventing and combating border crimes. A control was conducted at the exit of Albania, where the cash was found in the possession of the individual identified as E. R.
According to the announcement, “As a result of heightened awareness among the Border Police, a search was conducted on the bag of E. R., where 11,800 euros were found, which the individual had not declared in accordance with the law.”
The case materials were forwarded to the Prosecutor’s Office, where criminal proceedings have begun against E. R. for the offense of “Failure to declare money and valuable items at the border.” The seized euros have been retained as material evidence.
The procedural materials have been sent to the Gjirokastër First Instance Court for further action. This incident highlights the ongoing efforts of law enforcement to regulate currency declarations at border crossings and to combat illicit financial activities.
Legal Implications
As a result of the discovery, the Border Police have initiated legal proceedings against the individuals involved. They will face charges related to failing to declare large sums of money when crossing the border, as stipulated by national and international financial regulations.
This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of adhering to currency declaration laws when traveling across borders, as authorities are increasingly focused on preventing financial crimes and protecting the economic interests of the country.