Appeal for Compassion and Proportional Justice for Arne

The Issue

Arne Soeten, a compassionate and selfless individual, founded Project 4 All, a homeless charity in Spain that has become a lifeline for many on the Costa Blanca. His charity works tirelessly every day to provide shelter, food, and essential services to scores of vulnerable people in need. However, Arne now faces a devastating threat to his ability to continue his charitable work: the possibility of a custodial sentence due to the inability to pay a confiscation order of Euro 387,000.

 


The imposition of a custodial sentence in this case is not only unjust but stands to dismantle the critical support network Arne has built for those in dire need. His predicament stems from financial constraints, not any criminal intent or malfeasance. To incarcerate someone who has spent the past eleven years clean and sober dedicated to helping others is not only unwarranted but counters societal interests. 

 


In Spain, particularly on the Costa Blanca, where economic disparities are pronounced, Arne's work is invaluable. Statistics illustrate that non-profit organizations like his fill a significant gap, providing essential services that are often lacking in governmental frameworks.

 


We urge the court to consider the profound impact of Arne's work and adopt a more reasonable approach that does not involve imprisonment. Alternatives such as implementing a community service requirement or restructuring the debt into manageable payments could ensure justice is served without compromising the welfare of countless individuals who depend on Arne's mission-driven efforts. 

Your support is crucial in ensuring that compassion and common sense prevail in this case. By signing this petition, you are standing with Arne and the many lives he positively impacts, advocating for a solution that keeps his charitable endeavors alive and demonstrates mercy for those who dedicate their lives to helping others. Please sign this petition and help us appeal to the court to prevent Arne's unjust incarceration. Let us come together to support a man whose only crime is his unwavering commitment to aiding those in need.

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The Issue

Arne Soeten, a compassionate and selfless individual, founded Project 4 All, a homeless charity in Spain that has become a lifeline for many on the Costa Blanca. His charity works tirelessly every day to provide shelter, food, and essential services to scores of vulnerable people in need. However, Arne now faces a devastating threat to his ability to continue his charitable work: the possibility of a custodial sentence due to the inability to pay a confiscation order of Euro 387,000.

 


The imposition of a custodial sentence in this case is not only unjust but stands to dismantle the critical support network Arne has built for those in dire need. His predicament stems from financial constraints, not any criminal intent or malfeasance. To incarcerate someone who has spent the past eleven years clean and sober dedicated to helping others is not only unwarranted but counters societal interests. 

 


In Spain, particularly on the Costa Blanca, where economic disparities are pronounced, Arne's work is invaluable. Statistics illustrate that non-profit organizations like his fill a significant gap, providing essential services that are often lacking in governmental frameworks.

 


We urge the court to consider the profound impact of Arne's work and adopt a more reasonable approach that does not involve imprisonment. Alternatives such as implementing a community service requirement or restructuring the debt into manageable payments could ensure justice is served without compromising the welfare of countless individuals who depend on Arne's mission-driven efforts. 

Your support is crucial in ensuring that compassion and common sense prevail in this case. By signing this petition, you are standing with Arne and the many lives he positively impacts, advocating for a solution that keeps his charitable endeavors alive and demonstrates mercy for those who dedicate their lives to helping others. Please sign this petition and help us appeal to the court to prevent Arne's unjust incarceration. Let us come together to support a man whose only crime is his unwavering commitment to aiding those in need.

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Petition created on 29 December 2025