This article analyses the interplay between administrative tax penalties and criminal sanctions in tax evasion cases. It discusses relevant ECtHR and CJEU case-law, scenarios of double punishment and the legal arguments that can be used to invoke ne bis in idem and challenge overlapping sanctions.
The article explains how influencers and online creators are selected for ANAF tax audits and what income streams are typically scrutinised. It covers key tax obligations, the risk of tax evasion charges and the practical steps you should take when you receive notices or are called to a tax inspection.
This article sets out the fractions of the sentence that must be served before conditional release can be requested and the role of the prison administration in the process. It explains how behaviour, work and participation in programmes are evaluated and how a lawyer can help you build a convincing parole application.
The article introduces the concept of limitation of criminal liability, the standard time limits depending on the offence and the events that interrupt or suspend them. It also explains in accessible terms the key Constitutional Court and High Court rulings and how they can be invoked to seek termination of criminal proceedings.
This article explains the day-fine system used to determine the amount of a criminal fine and the circumstances in which unpaid fines may be transformed into prison sentences. It also looks at enforcement mechanisms, options for payment and how to avoid unnecessary deprivation of liberty.
The article explains how deferral of the application of the sentence and suspension of its execution work in Romanian criminal law. It sets out the eligibility conditions, supervision obligations and consequences of breaching them, as well as the impact each measure has on your criminal record and future opportunities.
Important: The information below is general in nature and does not replace a concrete analysis of your file. Every criminal case has its own particularities, and the decision to go for a plea agreement or for a simplified trial based on admission of guilt should be taken together with a lawyer, after carefully reading the […]
The article tells the story of Ana, whose home and company offices were searched at dawn and whose servers were seized by investigators. Through this case study, it illustrates how searches unfold in practice, what mistakes authorities can make and how a well-prepared legal defence can protect both personal rights and business continuity.
This article explores the role of denunciations in criminal investigations and how they can impact the liability of the person who informs. It discusses potential advantages such as mitigation of punishment, alongside serious risks including reputational damage, pressure from investigators and the consequences of false or retracted statements.
The article outlines the legal requirements for authorising interceptions and other technical surveillance measures in criminal cases. It explains the safeguards imposed on prosecutors and judges, what happens if these rules are breached and how defence lawyers can seek exclusion of unlawfully obtained recordings and data.
The article presents the legal framework for searches at home and at company premises, from the search warrant to the seizure of documents and devices. It explains the limits on investigative powers, your obligations and the remedies available to challenge irregularities and seek exclusion of unlawfully obtained evidence.
This article clarifies the conditions for ordering 24-hour detention, how it differs from preventive arrest and what procedural safeguards must be respected. You will learn about your rights to information, legal assistance and silence, and the practical steps you and your lawyer should take from the first hours of detention.
This article explains the rules on international succession when the deceased or the assets are connected to more than one country. It discusses concepts such as habitual residence, choice of applicable law and the European Certificate of Succession, and how these tools can simplify or complicate estate planning and disputes.
This article outlines the key stages of an inheritance procedure in Romania, including required documents, the notary’s role and how heirs’ shares are determined. It also explains when conflicts between heirs can arise and how a lawyer can help you negotiate, settle or litigate to secure your rightful share.
The article contrasts the ICC’s jurisdiction with the gaps around the crime of aggression and outlines current proposals for a dedicated tribunal. It then examines what this means for Romania in terms of cooperation duties, foreign policy choices and domestic implementation of international criminal law.
The article explains how victims can trigger a criminal investigation, participate in the proceedings and claim damages in the same or a separate action. It also covers what to do after winning a case—enforcement options, time limits and dealing with an insolvent or uncooperative offender.
The article outlines EU instruments on mutual recognition of sentences, eligibility criteria and the role of consent and rehabilitation considerations. It also provides practical advice for families and lawyers on initiating transfer requests and managing expectations about prison conditions and regimes.
The article clarifies when courts can confiscate assets directly linked to an offence or “unexplained” wealth, and what standards of proof apply. It then offers defence strategies for narrowing confiscation, documenting lawful income and coordinating criminal defence with tax and asset-planning advice.
The article sets out when courts can order house arrest, what monitoring and reporting duties you have and how long the measure may last. It also compares the practical impact on work, family and defence strategy with that of full pre-trial detention.
This article explains the legal conditions for non-custodial preventive measures, how restrictions are tailored and how long they can last. It also shows how to request changes, what risks arise from breaches and how a defence lawyer can keep your freedom while the case is pending.
This article explains the EAW procedure step by step, from arrest to hearings in the executing state and contact with Romanian authorities. It highlights your rights, possible grounds for refusal and how coordinated defence in two countries can change the outcome.
The article describes the legal framework and practical uses of waiver of prosecution, including how prosecutors assess social importance and proportionality. It also highlights what defendants and victims can do to influence or challenge such a solution and how it affects future investigations or civil claims.
This article sets out who can complain against which prosecutorial solutions, how to structure arguments and what timelines you must respect. It also offers strategic tips on evidence, coordination with civil claims and when a complaint is helpful or counterproductive.
The article outlines the legal grounds for reopening, the role of courts in approving prosecutorial requests and how new evidence or decisions can change the file. It also shows what defendants can do to contest reopening, manage risks and preserve their procedural rights.
This guide clarifies the grounds for discontinuance, how it differs from acquittal and what entries may remain in your criminal records. It also outlines appeal options, links with civil claims and when to seek legal advice even if the file seems “closed”.
The article uses examples to show how assets are divided after a breakup or a death, and which mistakes turn family tensions into long lawsuits. It explains basic rules, options for negotiation and when to involve a lawyer so that you protect both your financial interests and your emotional balance.
The article analyses the legal definition of rape and shows how courts distinguish valid consent from coercion, pressure or incapacity. It offers practical examples, discusses evidentiary issues and explains what victims and defendants should realistically expect during a criminal investigation.
The article explains the offences of offering and taking bribes, likely penalties and how cooperation or plea agreements can change the outcome. It also sets out concrete steps to take if you are searched, summoned or charged, and how a criminal defence lawyer can protect your rights from the first procedures onwards.
This article explains the basic and aggravated forms of fraud, typical sentencing ranges and factors that can increase or reduce penalties. It also shows how a criminal lawyer can challenge the facts, negotiate restitution or plea deals and protect you from having a civil conflict treated as a criminal case.
The article compares typical timelines and cost structures in civil and criminal proceedings, from first filing to final decision. It offers practical budgeting advice, including how to prioritise steps, when to settle and how to discuss expectations openly with your lawyer from the beginning.
