Charge against Geraer Richter: sedition and racist statements!

Charge against Geraer Richter: sedition and racist statements!

In a explosive case that shakes the local judiciary and the company in Thuringia, the public prosecutor Gera has charges against Dr. Bengt Fuchs raised, the Vice President of the Gera Administrative Court. The accusation: a Facebook comment that, in the public prosecutor's opinion, fulfills the facts of sedition. This indictment was submitted to the Gera District Court on April 10, 2025 and goes back to a post from August 2019, in which Fuchs reported his word. However, a procedure must first be admitted by the district court, which is still pending, as lto reports.

The possible consequences of this charge are serious: sedition in accordance with § 130 StGB can be punished with prison terms of three months to five years. Court president Michael Obhues has initiated a disciplinary proceedings against Fuchs in this context. It turned out that a group called "Autonomous Antifa Freiburg" (AAF) analyzed internal forum processes in which a user under the name "Bengt-Christian Fuchs" gave racist, homophobic and misogynistic statements for years. These insults include the N-word and discriminatory terms for Sinti and Roma.

Investigations and possible disciplinary measures

The position of Fuchs in the Justiwesen gives the matter additional weight. Due to the ongoing investigations, he will not have to be on duty by mid -August 2025. For the disciplinary procedure, possible consequences are conceivable from simple reference to the transfer or even discharge. The Thuringian Minister of Justice Doreen Denstädt was shaken by the allegations and publicly expressed her concern, while the public prosecutor was involved in examining the criminal relevance of the allegations, such as MDR reported.

Fuchs himself denies the allegations and notes that the vulgar choice of words does not come from him. Nevertheless, these developments throw a worrying shadow on the public perception of the judicial system in Thuringia, especially as far as fairness is concerned in asylum procedures. Many believe that Fuchs showed little understanding of foreign plaintiffs during his term of office, which is reflected in a high rejection rate.

sedition as a social challenge

The topic of sedition is not only in the case of Dr. Fuchs present, but also raises major social issues. The fact of sedition, as it is regulated in § 130 StGB, represents a serious threat to social peace and democratic coexistence. The definition includes rushing against certain groups and violating human dignity. Recently there have been numerous incidents that further heat the debate about freedom of expression and protection against agitation. [Social-Science] (https://www.social-wissenschaft.de/politikwissenschaft/volksvermung-in-deutschland-fahr-fuer-frieden-und- democracy.html) emphasizes that there are constant efforts to tighten the laws in this area, as well as initiatives to support those affected.

The current events around Dr. Bengt Fuchs are not just an isolated case. They reflect how important information and legal measures are in the fight against discrimination and agitation. The discussion about the laws on incitement requires both legal and social answers to ensure safe and respectful coexistence. The case is being observed intently and it remains to be seen as to what consequences will result from these allegations for the judiciary and society.