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Appeal lodged too late. What now?

Appeal lodged too late. What now?
9 october 2025

If an appeal or cassation is filed too late in a Dutch criminal case, it's usually declared inadmissible. However, in exceptional cases--such as when incorrect official information was given, the defendant faced a language barr...

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The security industry strictly secured: refusal or withdrawal of a security pass by the chief of police

The security industry strictly secured: refusal or withdrawal of a security pass by the chief of police
1 october 2025

To work as a security guard in the Netherlands, you need police permission in the form of a security pass. The chief of police assesses whether your integrity is beyond doubt, considering not only criminal records but also othe...

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Certificate of Conduct rejected: what now?

Certificate of Conduct  rejected: what now?
4 august 2025

Having your Certificate of Conduct, in Dutch: VOG (verklaring omtrent gedrag) rejected can have major consequences. Employers, educational institutions, or organizations where you want to do volunteer work often require a VOG....

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Sexually transgressive behavior: when is it punishable?

Sexually transgressive behavior: when is it punishable?
25 july 2025

Sexually transgressive behavior: when is it punishable?

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Can I get an ETA for the UK with a criminal record?

Can I get an ETA for the UK with a criminal record?
3 june 2025

From April 2, 2025, an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) will be required for short stays (less than 6 months) in the United Kingdom with a Dutch passport. This applies to vacation and study purposes, as well as business pu...

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Don't close the door too soon: everything you need to know about a (planned) Sealing measure of a residence 

Don't close the door too soon: everything you need to know about a (planned) Sealing measure of a residence 
28 march 2025

The mayor can temporarily give a sealing measure to close a home or premises (such as business premises or a warehouse) in the event of drug-related nuisance or a serious disturbance of public order. This is an administrative m...

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Can a landlord be considered the functional perpetrator of a violation of the Housing Act?

Can a landlord be considered the functional perpetrator of a violation of the Housing Act?
20 march 2025

On February 20, 2025, the District Court of The Hague ruled in a case brought by Chloë Karlas concerning an administrative fine for violating the Housing Act. In this case, the landlord was wrongly deemed to be the offender.

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Reintegration and the BBA (Limited Security Unit). What is possible?

Reintegration and the BBA (Limited Security Unit). What is possible?
28 january 2025

The Limited Security Unit (BBA) is a Dutch program helping prisoners transition from detention to society. It allows eligible inmates nearing release to work or study outside prison, promoting reintegration and reducing recidiv...

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Registration in Internal or External Reference Register of a bank? ? That's not (always) allowed!

Registration in Internal or External Reference Register of a bank? ? That's not (always) allowed!
9 january 2025

When a Dutch bank suspects fraud, it may end the banking relationship or register the customer on an internal or external fraud register. External registration is especially serious, as it can block access to all banks for up t...

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