Paris Court of Appeal Upholds Charges Against Alexis Kohler for Conflict of Interest

The court ruled that allegations involving Kohler’s ties to MSC, a firm linked to his family, are not time-barred, allowing legal proceedings to continue.

Alexis Kohler, Secretary General of the Élysée, faces charges of illegal conflict of interest related to his involvement in decisions benefiting MSC, a company run by his relatives.
The Paris Court of Appeal rejected Kohler's claim that the accusations, dating back to 2009-2016, were subject to legal prescription.
Judges argued that actions allegedly taken by Kohler to conceal the conflict of interest delayed the start of the prescription period, making the charges valid under law.
Kohler's defense maintains he disclosed familial ties to MSC and avoided participating in decisions involving the company, but this argument has not swayed investigators.
Two former officials implicated in the case also had their appeals dismissed, and Kohler may seek further legal recourse to contest the ruling.