Poland's fast-track trials in progress

June 14, 2012

By Associated Press

WARSAW, Poland -- Nearly two dozen hooligans have been convicted in fast-track trials for their roles in violent clashes when Poland and Russia faced off in an emotionally charged European Championship match earlier this week, court officials said Thursday.

The trials in connection with Tuesday's disturbances are meant to show that Poland is serious about its policy of zero tolerance for violence as it co-hosts Euro 2012 with Ukraine.

Fast-track trials are not unique to Poland. ...

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Poland's fast-track trials in progress

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