Audio recordings, made

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

The situation

Audio recordings, made by a private individual without the knowledge of the person concerned, are not in themselves acts or documents of the judicial investigation within the meaning of Article 170 of the Code of Criminal Procedure and, as such, liable to be annulled, but constitute evidence which may be discussed on an adversarial basis.

What the law says

This decision confirms the fundamental principles of property law.

Points to remember

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

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