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Administrative offence cases

# What should you do after receiving an administrative offence protocol or decision?

An administrative offence document should be treated as a procedural document rather than a formality, because it can shape the rest of the case and its consequences.

Updated 4 November 2026

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Published by Wise Law. Updated: 4 November 2026.

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## Check the factual basis

Identify the exact conduct alleged, the evidence relied on and whether the facts correspond to the legal classification used by the authority.

## Evidence matters as much as classification

Video, documents, statements and technical data should be assessed together and in context.

## Consider consequences beyond the fine

Depending on the offence, additional measures or consequences for professional or business activity may also be relevant.

## Review the document promptly

Procedural steps and challenge options are linked to deadlines, so early review of the document and case material is important.

## Before seeking advice

Preserve the original recording or other evidence instead of relying only on a cropped screenshot. Identify the disputed finding and the evidence addressing it. Check whether the document is a protocol, an administrative order or a final decision. They are different procedural documents and cannot all be challenged in the same way.

### Related practice

[Administrative offence cases](https://wlt.lt/en/services/administrative-offence-cases.html)

## Official sources

1. [Code of Administrative Offences](https://e-seimas.lrs.lt/portal/legalAct/lt/TAD/b8d908c0215b11e58a4198cd62929b7a/asr)

This is general information about Lithuanian law, not an assessment of a specific case. The applicable law, procedural route and deadlines depend on the facts and the relevant date. For an individual assessment, contact the lawyers listed above.

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