# Igor Dodon corruption trial in Moldova

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/igor-dodon-corruption-trial-in-moldova
> Updated: 2026-08-23T09:46:55.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

The corruption trial of former Moldovan President Igor Dodon, known as the ‘Black Bag’ or ‘Sacoșa’ case, has continued following a two-month hiatus. Dodon faces charges of passive corruption and accepting party funding from a criminal organization.

During recent proceedings, prosecutors introduced new evidence, including a 2019 video recording of Vladimir Plahotniuc that reportedly confirms meetings to negotiate a political coalition. 

Dodon’s legal team has challenged the legality and constitutionality of the trial, specifically contesting the Supreme Court of Justice’s authority to act as the court of first instance for former presidents. While the Constitutional Court of Moldova rejected Dodon’s request to suspend the trial, ruling that he failed to demonstrate ‘imminent or irreparable harm,’ the court is still expected to rule on the underlying constitutionality of the judicial process.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-23: Igor Dodon's corruption trial proceeds after court rejection

Moldova's Constitutional Court rejected former President Igor Dodon's request to suspend his corruption trial at the Supreme Court of Justice, allowing the legal proceedings to continue.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/igor-dodons-corruption-trial-proceeds-after-court-rejection

### 2026-08-17: Igor Dodon trial resumes in Moldova corruption case

Trials have resumed for former Moldovan President Igor Dodon in the ‘Black Bag’ corruption case, with prosecutors presenting new video evidence of political negotiations.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/igor-dodon-trial-resumes-in-moldova-corruption-case

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