• According to reports [1], ruling party representatives are unlawfully seizing personal identification documents from public sector employees and individuals in vulnerable social groups against their will. The aforementioned action is expected to be large-scale in scope [2]. A similar incident took place in Zugdidi [3], Kvareli, Kutaisi [4], and Tbilisi.

The Constitution of Georgia unequivocally guarantees the right of every individual to make their electoral choice freely, without coercion, in an environment of equality and secrecy. The government's use of such tactics appears designed to intimidate voters, leading them to believe that the secrecy of their vote on election day will not be preserved. Moreover, this behavior could be an attempt to manipulate the outcome of the election itself.  Any unlawful confiscation of personal identification documents, particularly without the consent of the individual, represents a blatant violation of the law, including the Georgian Law on the Protection of Personal Data [5]. In addition, the illegal acquisition, retention, use, dissemination, or provision of access to personal data constitutes a criminal offense [6]. It is imperative that these circumstances be investigated promptly, thoroughly, and impartially.