Pursuant to the provisions of

This decision provides important insight into your property law. Here is what it means for you.

The situation

Pursuant to the provisions of Articles 77 and 78 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, a person who voluntarily attends the police station to which he is summoned may, during a preliminary investigation, be questioned about the facts alleged against him, before being placed in police custody. His questioning is not irregular provided that the notification of the rights mentioned in Articles 63-2, 63-3 and 63-4 of the Code of Criminal Procedure is made immediately upon actual placement in police custody and that the duration of this measure is calculated from the time of arrival at the police station. (1).

What the law says

This decision confirms the fundamental principles of property law.

Key points

• Strictly comply with the statutory time limits for appeals
• Keep all supporting documents (title deeds, deeds, correspondence)
• Plan ahead: preventive advice always costs less than litigation

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