what sanctions are the police exposed to after the demonstrations?

Demonstrations against pension reform, clashes in Sainte-Soline (Deux-Sèvres). Several scenes with, sometimes, police who seem to overstep their function. Since January, 45 judicial investigations have been opened by the General Inspectorate of the Gendarmerie and the Police. Wednesday, April 5, Gérald Darmanin was questioned by parliamentarians on his management of the maintenance of order.

Capacity for judgment altered by the context

According to him, there is zero tolerance. But are sanctions taken? It is on a case-by-case basis depending on the nature of the facts, indicates the Ministry of the Interior. But, according to sociologist Fabien Jobard, this remains difficult to implement: “The police can always argue that the context has clouded their ability to judge.” Moreover, it is difficult to identify those responsible. Because, according to the Council of State, the law is poorly applied.