Criminal law

What is a crime and how do we divide crimes in 2026?

15. March 2026

11 minutes of reading

Criminal law

Most of us probably have a general understanding of what a crime is. "Murder or theft" would be a possible answer. But did you know that theft can also be a simple misdemeanor that doesn't even register on a criminal record? We have looked at the offences, how they are divided and the statute of limitations in our article.

When to defend myself with a complaint in criminal proceedings?

13. February 2026

8 minutes of reading

Criminal law

The only remedy against the order in criminal proceedings is a complaint. A complaint against the initiation of criminal prosecution is usually the key one, but in other situations it may also be justified for an effective defence. In what situations is a complaint appropriate?

Wine boxes, Dozimetr or Stoka: how corruption works in the Czech Republic

10. February 2026

11 minutes of reading

Criminal law

Corruption is the abuse of position or power to gain an undue advantage, whether in the form of money, gifts or influence, and in the Czech Republic it has been committed by politicians, officials and businessmen in cases such as the Dozimetr, Stoka, the David Rath case or the so-called trafiky around the government of Petr Nečas. What is the significance of corruption in criminal law, where does "acquaintanceship" end and crime begin, how is it related to clientelism, and what other corruption cases have been solved by the courts in the Czech Republic?

Anti-Semitism: what is the threat to those who attack Jews?

6. February 2026

10 minutes of reading

Criminal law

Anti-Semitism is a form of hatred of Jews that can manifest itself in verbal attacks, threats, Holocaust denial, or even violence. Many victims question what anti-Semitism is under the law and how an anti-Semite who harms them should be punished. The Czech legal system also allows for the punishment of hate speech on the Internet and in some cases the perpetrators can even face imprisonment.

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Hate has limits: how Czech law punishes racism

4. February 2026

11 minutes of reading

Criminal law

Racism is not just a matter of social mood or inappropriate remarks. In some situations, racist behaviour can have very specific legal consequences - from misdemeanours to discrimination claims to criminal prosecutions. What is racism from the perspective of Czech law? What law punishes racism and when can it be a hate crime? And what does racial segregation mean, which is often discussed, for example, in education or housing?

What is precedent and what role does it play in the Czech legal system?

1. February 2026

9 minutes of reading

Criminal law

The term precedent or precedent appears frequently in news reports, legal commentaries and court cases. Many people think of it as a decision that "changes the rules of the game" and affects other cases. But what is the real meaning of precedent in the Czech legal system? Does case law exist in the Czech Republic, as in the USA or the UK, or does precedent have only a recommendatory weight?

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Extinction of the criminalisation of non-payment of maintenance in legal practice: when the Court of Appeal already decides under the new rules

28. January 2026

2 minutes of reading

Criminal law

The amendment to the Criminal Code effective as of 1 January 2026 has fundamentally changed the view on the criminal sanction of non-payment of maintenance. Whereas previously, failure to fulfil maintenance obligations for a statutory period of time was in itself a criminal offence, criminal liability is now limited to cases where the actions of the obliged parent actually put the child in danger of destitution. This change also has significant implications for proceedings that were initiated before the amendment came into force but are only now being decided.

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Damage to property in 2026: When is it a crime and what are the consequences?

25. January 2026

9 minutes of reading

Criminal law

Have you ever caused damage to someone else's property or had your belongings damaged by someone else? When is damaging someone else's property considered a criminal offence and when is it an ordinary offence? And what effect does intent or negligence have on the legal qualification of such an act?

What are criminal proceedings, and how do they work?

13. January 2026

10 minutes of reading

Criminal law

You don’t have to be the perpetrator of a crime—or even plan to commit one—and yet criminal proceedings may directly affect you. All it takes is for someone to steal a high-value bicycle from you, and you’re already involved as the victim. Whether you’re involved as a victim, a witness, a suspect, or a defendant, it’s worth knowing how criminal proceedings unfold and what you can expect at each stage.

Survivors’ Compensation: When the Pain of Loss Accompanies the Fight for Justice

12. January 2026

9 minutes of reading

Criminal law

The loss of a loved one will change your life in an instant. The world slows down, ordinary things lose meaning and you struggle to breathe. But it's often at this most difficult stage that other distressing realities come into play - the authorities, insurance companies, forms and the question of compensation for survivors. You may ask whether it is right to deal with money when a human life is at stake. However, the right to compensation is not heartless. It is an acknowledgement of your loss and help where someone else has taken away your security.

What the state doesn’t want to punish anymore – and more: changes to criminalisation from 2026

5. January 2026

8 minutes of reading

Criminal law

The amendment to the Criminal Code effective from January 2026 significantly changes the state's response to different types of crime. While it extends the statute of limitations for murder and makes clear that the most serious crimes must not go unpunished even after decades, it limits criminal repression for other crimes. This applies, for example, to child neglect, where the criminal law should intervene only in extreme cases of child endangerment, or drug offences, where the amendment responds to the long-criticised disproportion in the punishment of acts for personal use.

From prison to money: how sentencing in the Czech Republic will change from 2026

5. January 2026

9 minutes of reading

Criminal law

An amendment to the Criminal Code effective from January 2026 significantly changes the way the state punishes offenders. It strengthens the role of fines and property sanctions, expands the range of alternative sentences and gives courts more scope to tailor the sentence to the specific circumstances of the case. The aim is not benevolence, but more effective and meaningful punishment where previous practice has failed.

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What is a crime and how do we divide crimes in 2026?

When to defend myself with a complaint in criminal proceedings?

Wine boxes, Dozimetr or Stoka: how corruption works in the Czech Republic

Anti-Semitism: what is the threat to those who attack Jews?

Get advice from online lawyers

Hate has limits: how Czech law punishes racism

What is precedent and what role does it play in the Czech legal system?

Extinction of the criminalisation of non-payment of maintenance in legal practice: when the Court of Appeal already decides under the new rules

Damage to property in 2026: When is it a crime and what are the consequences?

What are criminal proceedings, and how do they work?

Survivors’ Compensation: When the Pain of Loss Accompanies the Fight for Justice

What the state doesn’t want to punish anymore – and more: changes to criminalisation from 2026

From prison to money: how sentencing in the Czech Republic will change from 2026

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