Drugs and violence
Two topics we would rather stay away from, but sometimes you do find yourself in a situation where you are faced with these issues. This is when a lawyer can always help you.
What is juvenile delinquency?
Juvenile delinquency is essentially criminal behaviour by young people up to the age of 18. Examples include: committing violence, stealing, robbery and threatening. In slang, it is called a MOF (offence defined as a crime).
I am a victim of violence, what can I do?
Violence can be physical, sexual, psychological or economic. Witnessing violence is also considered a form of victimisation.
What rights do I have in a police interrogation?
When you are interrogated by the police (whether you are a suspect, witness or victim), you always have the right to prior confidential consultation with your lawyer and assistance during the interrogation.
What is the penalty for drug dealing?
Drug dealing is punishable by imprisonment, a fine or a combination of those penalties.
What is the penalty for drug possession?
Possession of drugs is punishable by imprisonment, with a fine by the combination of both.
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From now on, stay updated on suspect's pre-trial detention
Victim of a crime or wrongdoing or registered as a civil party in which you were physically or psychologically threatened or assaulted? Then from now on, you have the right to receive information on the progress of the suspect's pre-trial detention.
The Penal Code has been reformed : What does this mean for you?
The new Criminal Code has been adopted. At Advocaat.be, we understand that these changes are far-reaching, and we want to explain clearly what this means for you as a litigant.
I have to go to jail. Now what?
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