Jean-Vincent Placé to stand trial in Paris over sexual assault allegations in October
Former French secretary of state Jean-Vincent Placé is set to appear before a criminal court in Paris on October 29 over allegations of sexual assault involving two women, a case he denies. The upcoming trial marks a new stage in a legal process that has followed the former environmentalist politician for several years.
Placé, who previously served as secretary of state for State Reform and Simplification under the French government, was referred to the Paris criminal court following an investigation led by an examining magistrate. The decision, issued in November 2025, concerns accusations of sexual assault as well as allegations of sexual harassment involving an abuse of authority linked to his former position.
The former president of the Union of Democrats and Ecologists (UDE) has consistently rejected the accusations against him. According to his position, the trial will provide an opportunity to present his defense and seek recognition of his innocence.
A case adding to previous legal difficulties
The upcoming proceedings come after Jean-Vincent Placé was already convicted in a separate case related to sexual harassment. That previous ruling had placed renewed attention on the political figure’s conduct and contributed to the broader legal scrutiny surrounding him.
The October hearing will focus specifically on accusations brought forward by two women who allege sexual assaults. As the case moves to trial, the court will examine the testimonies, evidence collected during the investigation and the arguments presented by both the prosecution and the defense.
A former political figure facing judicial examination
Jean-Vincent Placé, once a prominent figure within France’s environmental political movement, held government responsibilities during the presidency of François Hollande. His political career included senior roles within the Green movement before he joined the executive branch as a secretary of state.
The trial scheduled for October will represent a significant moment in the legal proceedings, with the Paris criminal court expected to assess the allegations and determine the outcome of the case.
For now, the former minister maintains his challenge to the accusations and intends to use the hearing to defend his position before the judiciary.
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