For the right to a trial

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

The situation

For the right to a fair trial enshrined in Article 6 § 1 of the Convention for the Protection of Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms to be effective and concrete, it is generally necessary that a person placed in police custody be able to benefit from the assistance of a lawyer from the very beginning of the custody and during questioning.

What the law says

This decision confirms the fundamental principles of property law.

Key takeaways

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

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