
The Anti-Corruption Office launched a criminal case against Zeynalli following a lawsuit by MP Gular Ahmadova under article 311.3.3 (taking a large bribe) and article 311.3.4 (extortion). On October 28th 2011 Nasimi District Court sentenced Avaz Zeynalli to 3 months of pre-trial detention. On January 17th 2012, his prison term was extended for 3 months.