Ms. Lagarde is facing criminal charges for negligence. The alleged negligence resulted in the misuse of more than 400 million euros from public funds. Being that the situation should the I.M.F. President resign from her position?
That situation is not unknown in Spain, where, more often than desired, politicians are asked to resign from their positions because of criminal proceedings against them. The dilemma is that if that public individuals continue holding their positions there is a risk of overshadowing the institution represented but on the other hand anyone is innocent until proven guilty.
Which scenario would be better for protecting fundamental rights? That one of a public officer stripped of his position and later absolved or the one of a public officer in office whilst the proceedings are pending and then found guilty?
I would certainly choose the second one, since it ensures better protection of the rights of the defendant. Otherwise it could seem that the judgement is brought forward to the moment of the indictment, which should be completely disapproved in modern societies.
http://www.nytimes.com/2016/12/12/business/international/christine-lagarde-trial-imf-france.html
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