The irony of the situation has not been lost on legal observers: the very criminal investigation that brought Steiner into police custody may now work in his favor regarding military service. Under Israeli military regulations, an open criminal case—particularly one that has progressed to formal police investigation and potentially to indictment or court proceedings—can affect draft proceedings. In cases where criminal proceedings are underway against a potential conscript, the IDF may delay induction processes. In certain circumstances, the military may even grant an exemption from service on criminal grounds. Police rejected these claims, telling Kikar Hashabat: "The suspect was summoned for questioning under caution at Lahav 433 regarding serious criminal offenses.