Criminal law

Drinking and driving: what is the penalty for drink driving?

1. July 2024

8 minutes of reading

Criminal law

You've had a few beers, but it's been a while and you're telling yourself nothing's going to happen? You could be very wrong. If you get pulled over by the police and you puff, you're going to have to slap yourself pretty hard and you'll still get demerit points. And the same applies if you're cycling through the vineyards and can't resist a stop at a wine cellar. In this article, we'll tell you what specific penalties you're facing and how much a millilitre is too much.

Money laundering or laundering of proceeds of crime

26. June 2024

9 minutes of reading

Criminal law

Most of us have at least a basic understanding of what money laundering means. But did you know that you can commit it too, quite unknowingly. Yet you will be punished for it. In this article, we'll tell you in what situations you can commit money laundering recklessly, what you're liable for and what to look out for.

Fraudulent phone numbers and SMS or vishing and smishing. How to recognize them?

25. June 2024

8 minutes of reading

Criminal law

It's like the sack has been ripped open with fraudulent phone calls and texts lately. You could get a call from a scammer imitating your bank, phone company or even the tax office. Or you might receive a text message about a package delivery with a link to the delivery company's website. At first glance, everything seems fine and in some cases the phone number matches. So it's really easy to be fooled. Here's some advice on how to spot fraudulent phone numbers, texts and websites and what to do if you come into contact with them.

Preparation and attempt of a crime: When is it committed and how is it punished?

24. June 2024

7 minutes of reading

Criminal law

Many of us have thought we'd like to strangle our annoying colleague or rob a bank so we never have to work again. However, these are just innocent thoughts that don't usually lead to real action. In the case of preparation and attempted crime, however, it is already a real and legally punishable act. In this article, we will look at the different stages of the development of a crime and tell you how to get rid of criminal liability for committing them.

Články pokračují pod boxem ↓

Jsme online

Get advice from online lawyers

We’ll review your case and suggest how to resolve it for CZK 690.

Criminal warrant: When you can get it and how to appeal

23. June 2024

8 minutes of reading

Criminal law

Have you been served with a criminal warrant, but you disagree with the court's decision? You don't have to worry, because you can file a statement of opposition within 8 days and the court will automatically order a main trial. In this article, we will tell you when you can be issued with a criminal warrant and how exactly to file a resistance.

Law enforcement authorities: what does the Criminal Procedure Code say about them?

22. June 2024

7 minutes of reading

Criminal law

A number of entities are involved in the criminal proceedings. However, there are only three bodies involved in criminal proceedings - the police authority (usually the Police of the Czech Republic), the prosecutor and the court. Their work accompanies the entire process from the first fingerprinting to the prison cell. What exactly is their role? You will find out in the following lines.

How to write a CV + free online download

21. June 2024

11 minutes of reading

Criminal law

Everyone of us has had to write a CV at some point. Yet many people do not know how to do it properly and what actually belongs in such a professional CV. Yet it is the first contact with a potential employer and the gateway to a job interview. For this reason, it is not to be underestimated. In this article, we give you information on what a CV should look like and also tell you what your future employer might ask you in a job interview.

Legalization of marijuana in the Czech Republic. Shall we take inspiration from Germany?

20. June 2024

7 minutes of reading

Criminal law

Marijuana, cannabis, weed, ganja, weed. Some associate it with a quiet Friday night playing video games, others see it as an inevitable path to hard drugs, and still others find it helps with chronic pain. In this article, we'll look at its legal aspects, debunk many myths and present the current developments leading to legalisation.

Duty to report or what you face if you fail to report a crime

19. June 2024

7 minutes of reading

Criminal law

If you witness a crime or are a victim of a crime, you are obliged to report it, with some exceptions. You also have a duty to stop the crime. Failure to do so may result in imprisonment. In this article, we will look at exactly who has a duty to report and what happens if you fail to report a crime. Finally, we'll also look at a specific type of reporting duty related to child neglect.

The crime of fraud and how to defend yourself

18. June 2024

14 minutes of reading

Criminal law

Fraud is one of the most commonly committed crimes. There is a wide range of frauds, new ones are constantly emerging and old ones are evolving and adapting to today's times. It is therefore no wonder that there is never a shortage of victims. In this article, we look at the types of fraud and how fraud is treated by our legislation. Finally, we will also give you advice on how to defend yourself in the event of fraud.