Criminal law

Criminal law is the body of law which regulates those actions which have the potential to harm interests of the state or the federal government. Criminal cases do not merely regard offences such as murder and manslaughter. Traffic violations or theft also call for criminal law. As entrepreneur you can also come in contact with the law for economic offences such as violating the law governing the hours of trading or supplying incorrect information to the tax services. Three parties may be present during criminal proceedings: the suspect, the victim and the Prosecution Council. In the Netherlands the Prosecution Council is the authority appointed by the law charged with the prosecution of the criminal facts. Roest Singh Lawyers disposes of criminal lawyers who are experts in legal assistance during criminal trials.

Suspect in a criminal trial

The inequality in positioning between the Prosecution Council and the suspect is relatively decreased by the possibility to obtain legal aid through a lawyer. The legal advisor defends the rights of the suspects against the police and the law and defends the suspect in court. Everyone possesses the right to counseling.

Victim in a criminal trial

You may be the victim of a violation or crime. In that case you can submit a claim for compensation by presenting yourself as the injured party against the suspect. In this way you prevent having to initiate civil proceedings against the suspect. It is crucial to base the claim for compensation well with evidence. Roest Singh Lawyers can advise and assist you during these proceedings.

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