Questione giuridica chiave
Whether the cantonal court arbitrarily reduced compensation for defense costs under art. 379 CPP Geneva because the acquitted defendant allegedly obstructed the investigation.
Decisione estratta
The reduction was arbitrary because the defendant’s conduct did not cause unnecessary investigative steps or prolong the proceedings.
Motivazione estratta
The hearings were needed to determine whether the assault occurred and whether the alleged injuries were causally linked; the inquiry would have proceeded even if the defendant had admitted an altercation. Mere denials or passive defense do not justify a reduction unless they actually complicate or prolong the investigation.