The Versailles court confirmed on September 16 that Patrick Bruel, a French singer, would have reduced judicial control, allowing him to travel abroad. This decision has caused confusion and disappointment among some of the women who accused him of sexual misconduct. Karine Viseur, who filed a complaint in 2010 alleging attempted rape in Brussels, expressed her deep disappointment upon learning of the court’s ruling. She emphasized that while she respects the justice system and the principle of innocence until proven guilty, she felt the decision left her with a sense of imbalance. Viseur stressed that the emotional impact of such rulings should not be ignored, as the women who come forward often face personal and public challenges. Despite her feelings of confusion and disappointment, she said she remains committed to supporting the ongoing legal process and sharing her testimony. Another complainant’s lawyer, Me Iris Biehler, called the decision shocking and expressed concern that it failed to fully address the seriousness of the alleged crimes. She noted that the court did not impose restrictions that would prevent Bruel from continuing his professional activities abroad, where many of the reported incidents occurred. Biehler questioned how the judicial system would effectively monitor Bruel’s movements or ensure he did not frequent massage parlors, which were part of the allegations, without knowing his exact location. She warned that the decision could raise concerns for her clients, who are still seeking justice. Bruel was initially restricted from traveling abroad, but a Nanterre judge approved his request to lift that restriction in July. The prosecutor had opposed the decision, arguing it was excessive and unjustified. Bruel’s lawyers, Me Fanny Colin and Me Céline Lasek, defended the change, stating there was no evidence he would avoid justice. The 67-year-old singer denies all allegations against him and is currently under investigation in four cases involving alleged rape and sexual harassment. In four other cases, he is classified as an “assisted witness,” a status that allows him more freedom than a formal suspect. The investigations span multiple locations in France and even Switzerland, where one alleged incident took place. Since the investigations began in June, nine additional complaints of sexual violence against Bruel have been filed or announced. In response to the growing number of accusations, political figures, elected officials, and feminist organizations have called for Bruel to cancel his concerts. Despite this pressure, Bruel had not been prohibited from performing. He canceled his planned tour in early September, which was set to begin in October, but the legal restrictions did not prevent him from appearing on stage. The case continues to draw public attention as more women come forward with their allegations.