Criminal Law | Related Expertises

Corporate Crime & Investigations refers to legal issues that arise when companies and organizations are involved in criminal activities or alleged violations of laws and regulations. These issues can range from fraud, corruption, and bribery to violations of competition laws, money laundering, cybercrime, and other forms of corporate misconduct.…

Cybercrime is a multifaceted challenge in today’s digital age, encompassing a wide range of criminal activities that occur within digital environments, including the internet and computer systems. As technology evolves, so do the methods employed by cybercriminals, creating new complexities that strain both legal systems and enforcement agencies. This comprehensive…

Workplace accidents and the legislation concerning occupational health and safety (ARBO) form the foundation for protecting employees and ensuring safe and productive workplaces. In the Netherlands and the European Union, there is an extensive regulatory framework and procedures established under the ARBO legislation, which aims to prevent accidents, promote health,…

Environmental Criminal Law encompasses the legal principles, statutes, and judicial doctrines that govern criminal offenses related to the protection of the environment. This area of law addresses unlawful activities and violations that harm the natural environment, public health, or ecological balance. Environmental criminal offenses include, but are not limited to,…

Traffic criminal law encompasses a wide range of legal provisions that pertain to offenses and crimes in road traffic. This area of law covers both relatively minor administrative offenses, which typically result in fines and are dealt with under the Act on Administrative Enforcement of Traffic Regulations (WAHV) – also…

Criminal Tax Law pertains to legal provisions and regulations that address criminal activities related to taxation. This area of law deals with offenses such as tax evasion, tax fraud, and other illicit activities aimed at avoiding tax liabilities. It encompasses a variety of illegal actions including underreporting income, overstating deductions,…

Violations of financial supervision undermine the stability, integrity, and transparency of the financial system and are addressed through a comprehensive network of regulatory frameworks. In the Netherlands, these violations are primarily regulated by the Financial Supervision Act (Wft), the Anti-Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing Act (Wwft), and the Sanctions Act…

Economic offences refer to a category of offenses that involve the violation of laws governing financial, commercial, or economic activities, and which typically lead to economic damage or unlawful benefit. These crimes often relate to fraudulent, deceptive, or illegal practices in business or trade. The Economic Offenses Act (WED) and similar…

Criminal law forms the backbone of any legal system and plays a crucial role in maintaining societal order and protecting the fundamental values of a society. This area of law focuses on punishing behaviors that are considered harmful, ranging from serious crimes that strike at the core of human existence…