Overview
- GIP Antonio Borretta directed prosecutors to pursue an imputazione coatta against John Elkann and family accountant Gianluca Ferrero on two counts tied to Marella Caracciolo’s tax residence and estate.
- The order covers alleged false tax declarations and fraud against the state, reversing prosecutors’ earlier bid to close those parts of the case.
- Lapo and Ginevra Elkann, along with Swiss notary Urs Robert von Gruenigen, were fully archived in line with the prosecution’s request.
- A separate judge postponed a ruling on Elkann’s requested messa alla prova to 11 February 2026, a path that could be jeopardized if the case advances.
- Elkann’s defense, noting his €183 million payment to the tax agency, called the decision “abnormal” and will appeal to the Court of Cassation, while Ferrero’s plea hearing is set for 21 January 2026 with a proposed €73,000 sanction.