Inter and Milan: What Penalties Awaits for Ultras Arrested? Fines, Suspensions, or Points Deduction?

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Ultras Arrested: What’s at Stake for Inter and Milan?

Recent events in Milan took a serious turn following the arrest of 19 individuals affiliated with the organized fan groups of Inter and Milan, as reported by Ansa.
The federal prosecutor of the Figc, Giuseppe Chinè, has sought precautionary custody orders and the investigation documents from the Milan Public Prosecutor’s office.
This indicates a thorough examination of possible “relevant” conduct relating to sports law, potentially implicating the two clubs or their registered members.

The arrests stemmed from a significant investigation, leading to severe allegations against fans from both clubs.
Inter fans are facing serious charges, including the aggravating circumstance of mafia methods in connection with ties to organized crime syndicates, particularly the ‘ndrangheta.
In contrast, Milan supporters are charged merely with criminal association.

Legal Proceedings and Implications

The Milan Public Prosecutor’s office has also initiated preventative measures against both clubs.
While neither club is currently under investigation, they must demonstrate that they have severed ties with the ultras, particularly in terms of ticket management.
Failure to do so could result in judicial administration sanctions from the prevention measures section of the tribunal.

Inter’s position appears particularly precarious, as investigators noted a sense of subservience to the Curva Nord (the north curve of their stadium), suggesting that the club may have inadvertently facilitated improper practices, especially concerning ticket allocations in previous years.

Importantly, none of the forty individuals involved are club employees.
Nevertheless, the Federal Prosecutor’s office is initiating inquiries to determine if there is sufficient evidence for further investigations within the realm of sports justice.

Potential Consequences

According to Article 25 of the Sports Justice Code, clubs are prohibited from financially supporting or fostering the existence of organized supporter groups.
Should any involvement of Inter or Milan be established, they may face fines.
If registered members are implicated directly, they could be suspended or banned from participation.

However, any penalties imposed on the clubs would only result from violations of “principles of loyalty, fairness, and probity,” which appears to be unlikely in this instance.
Therefore, from a sporting perspective, Inter and Milan may only face fines, while implicated individuals might face suspensions or bans.

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