Details of the arrest of well-known lawyer Elchin Gambarov have been revealed.

APA reports that Elchin Gambarov, who was the head of the Central Advocacy Bureau for many years, is accused of committing criminal acts under Article 178.4 of the Criminal Code of the Republic of Azerbaijan during his advocacy activity.

Article 178.4 provides for liability for fraudulent seizure of funds, especially in large amounts, ie in excess of 500,000 (five hundred thousand) manats, through abuse of trust or fraud.

The Sabail District Court sentenced Elchin Gambarov to four months in prison at the request of the State Security Service.

It should be noted that Elchin Gambarov was a member of the Presidium of the Bar Association for some time.