**Protestors on Rustaveli Avenue Face Unlawful Force**
The Young Georgian Lawyers’ Association (GYLA) has spoken out against the way police are dispersing protests on Rustaveli Avenue. They say that force is being used unfairly and in excess.
Gila says that there is evidence of police using special means, like pepper spray, without following rules. This practice is highly questionable because it poses a risk to people’s health. The association also points out that when clothing is soaked with chemicals, it can be hard to avoid the effects.
In addition, Gila notes that using water jets in cold weather is an inhumane way to treat people. They are asking for an investigation into these actions and for police to use more humane methods.
The situation is being closely watched as Georgian politics continues to unfold.