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Valloni / News  / Acquittal in Criminal Proceedings before the Court of Milan: Defence Conducted Directly by VALLONI Attorneys at Law
7 July 2025

Acquittal in Criminal Proceedings before the Court of Milan: Defence Conducted Directly by VALLONI Attorneys at Law

VALLONI Attorneys at Law recently achieved a significant outcome in criminal proceedings before the Court of Milan, securing a full acquittal for a Swiss-resident defendant charged with the unlawful possession of firearms, an offence classified as particularly serious under Italian criminal law.

Cross-Border Defence Conducted Without Intermediaries

The defence was personally undertaken by Attorney Sara Botti, Head of the firm’s Italian Desk, who is entitled to practise law in both Switzerland and Italy.

This dual qualification enabled Attorney Botti to represent the client directly before the Italian judicial authorities, without the need for local counsel or intermediaries. The result was a seamless and fully integrated legal strategy, efficiently coordinated across both jurisdictions.

Full Acquittal Despite Prosecution’s Request for Eight Years’ Imprisonment

The case involved serious allegations and was pursued vigorously by the prosecution.

The Public Prosecutor requested a prison sentence of eight years, asserting the existence of all legal elements required for a conviction.

Thanks to a detailed review of the case file, the presentation of exculpatory evidence, and a thorough challenge of the prosecution’s reconstruction, the defence successfully demonstrated the client’s lack of involvement in the alleged offence. The Court ultimately accepted the defence’s arguments in full, acquitting the defendant with a finding that the alleged facts had not been committed.

A Landmark Example of International Criminal Defence

This case exemplifies the firm’s ability to handle complex cross-border criminal matters with a high degree of specialisation and independence.

By relying on in-house professionals authorised to appear before both Swiss and Italian authorities, the firm ensures continuity, clarity, and strategic consistency in cross-jurisdictional litigation.

VALLONI Attorneys at Law is proud to offer tailored, high-level legal representation in international criminal cases, combining legal rigour, operational efficiency, and a deep understanding of multiple legal systems.

VALLONI Attorneys at Law continues to affirm its international vocation and commitment to delivering effective, client-centred solutions in complex and high-stakes legal matters.

For more information on our criminal law services and the expertise of our Italian Desk:

🔗 https://valloni.ch/italian-desk/