Ninety-seven legislators voted in favour for lifting the MP’s immunity from prosecution, one voted against and none abstained.
At the sitting, Vyšniauskas asked other lawmakers to vote in favour of the motion so that he could defend himself by legal means.
Data collected in the pre-trial investigation suggests that Vyšniauskas forged documents to justify his spending and obtain expenses allowances.
The MP did not comment about this. He pointed out that he was not questioned by law enforcement and has not familiarised with the data of the pre-trial investigation.
It is thought that the politician might have supplied forged documents, receipts for fuel and mobile communications services, to Marijampolė Municipal Council and as a result was paid more than EUR 2,100 for expenses.
Prosecutor General Nida Grunskienė told reporters Tuesday that Vyšniauskas was not interviewed by law enforcement as he had legal immunity. However, now allegations may be brought against him and he may be questioned.