Juriss Stukāns

Juriss Stukāns is a prominent Latvian legal figure who has served as the Prosecutor General since June 2020. Prior to this role, he held various positions within the General Prosecutor's Office, including prosecutor in the Criminal Law Department and the Organized Crime Division. Known for his strong professional approach to prosecution, Stukāns was a key prosecutor in high-profile cases, such as that of former Ventspils mayor Aivars Lembergs. His recent candidacy for reappointment has been a topic of discussion following the announcement of a new competition for the position.