In the Netherlands, the Public Prosecution Service has the authority to impose penalties for a number of common criminal offences. The Public Prosecution Service may not impose custodial (i.e. prison) sentences. Municipal authorities and special enforcement officers also have the authority to impose penalties of this kind. They can issue an administrative penalty for antisocial behaviour; for instance, they can fine someone for noise nuisance. They can also issue a ‘police penalty’ for so-called ‘P offences’, which are offences like speeding that used to be punished with on-the-spot fines. The Public Prosecution Service may impose a range of penalties. Examples…
Read moreMR. BAS A.S. VAN LEEUWEN (LL.M., Esq.), attorney and forensic auditor, advises and assists public and private entities as well as individuals during the different stages of criminal and regulatory investigations, whether as a victim or as a suspect. He advises clients regarding various aspects of criminal law, with a focus on: (a) Organized crime; (b) Violent crimes (homicide, assault, causing grievous bodily harm, public violence, vandalism); (c) Sexual offenses; (d) Property crimes (theft, handling of stolen goods, extortion, embezzlement, money laundering); (e) Fraud (forgery, false travel documents, skimming, fraudulent bankruptcy); (f) Cybercrime; (g) Human trafficking, deprivation of liberty, abduction;…
Read moreMR. BAS A.S. VAN LEEUWEN (LL.M., Esq.), attorney and forensic auditor, advises and assists clients during pretrial detention proceedings, with a focus on: (a) Arrest and police custody; (b) Pre-trial detention judges (first instance court and court of appeal); (c) Requests for interruption of pre-trial detention; and (d) Objection to being kept incommunicado (without means of communication).…
Read moreMR. BAS A.S. VAN LEEUWEN (LL.M., Esq.), attorney and forensic auditor, advises and assists clients during special proceedings, with a focus on: (a) Objection to the refusal to access the case file; (b) Objection to the refusal to return confiscated property; (c) Objection to the refusal to return a driving license; (d) Request for dismissal of the case; (e) Appeal against a sentence imposed by the prosecutor; (f) Deprivation proceedings (confiscation of illegally obtained profits); (g) Request for compensation after acquittal; (h) Objection to the inclusion of a convict’s profile in the DNA database; (i) Request (by the prosecutor) for the…
Read moreMR. BAS A.S. VAN LEEUWEN (LL.M., Esq.), attorney and forensic auditor, advises and assists clients regarding various aspects of international criminal law, with a focus on: (a) Extradition; (b) European Arrest Warrant; (c) Transfer of Sentenced Persons; and (d) Permission to transfer evidence to foreign authorities…
Read moreMR. BAS A.S. VAN LEEUWEN (LL.M., Esq.), attorney and forensic auditor, advises and assists clients regarding various aspects of penitentiary law, with a focus on: (a) Proceedings about violations of prisoners’ rights before the complaints committee of the prison; (b) Objection before the Selection Officer; and (c) Appeal before the ‘Council for the Administration of Criminal Justice and Protection of Juveniles‘.…
Read moreCorporate fraud refers to deceptive and illegal activities carried out by individuals or entities within a corporation or organization for financial gain or to misrepresent the company's financial status. Criminal law comes into play when these fraudulent activities involve violations of criminal statutes and regulations.…
Read moreWhite-collar criminal defense refers to the legal practice focused on defending individuals or organizations accused of financial crimes, fraud, corruption, and other non-violent offenses typically associated with professionals and individuals in business settings. This form of crime contrasts with violent offenses. White-collar crime encompasses a range of complex and diverse topics. Here are some common themes related to white-collar crime: Money Laundering: Concealing the illegal origin of money or assets to make them appear legal. Fraud: Deceptive practices to mislead others and financially harm them, such as using false documents or identities. Bribery: Offering, receiving, or soliciting money, gifts, or…
Read moreGovernment Enforcement and Investigations refer to the activities and efforts carried out by government agencies to ensure compliance with laws and regulations, as well as to investigate and address potential violations of the law. These activities are aimed at upholding the rule of law and protecting the public interest by ensuring that laws are adhered to and wrongdoers are held accountable. Government agencies, such as law enforcement bodies, regulatory authorities, and inspection agencies, play a crucial role in enforcing laws and regulations across various domains, including criminal matters, financial regulation, environmental legislation, healthcare, and more. They conduct investigations into suspected…
Read moreAnti-Money Laundering (AML) Investigations and Compliance refer to efforts aimed at identifying, preventing, and addressing activities undertaken to integrate illegally obtained funds into the legitimate financial system, with the goal of concealing their origin. These activities pose a threat to the integrity of financial systems and can be used to finance criminal activities, such as drug trafficking, terrorist financing, and tax evasion. AML investigations involve monitoring financial transactions and analyzing suspicious activities to identify potential cases of money laundering and other financial crimes. Financial institutions, such as banks, are particularly involved in AML compliance as they act as gatekeepers of…
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