Wolters Criminal Lawyers

The central issue in extradition and surrender cases is whether a person should be transferred to another country to serve a sentence or face prosecution. These cases often fall under the European arrest warrant and require a careful review of human rights, procedural guarantees and the legal status of the person concerned. The trade-off between international cooperation and individual protection is very important here.

Criminal cases involving minors
Juvenile Criminal Law focuses specifically on criminal cases involving minors. The approach is pedagogical in nature and takes into account the juvenile’s development and living environment. The emphasis is on re-education and resocialization, with measures such as Halt, learning penalties or placement in a juvenile institution. The judicial approach differs substantially from the adult criminal justice system, with a greater focus on personal circumstances and future prospects.

Extension hearings and complaints
Terbeschikkingstelling (TBS) is a measure for people who have committed serious crimes and are struggling with a mental disorder. During extension hearings, the judge assesses whether continuation is necessary in the interest of safety. Complaint cases involve complaints by the person concerned about treatment or restrictions in the clinic. The legal framework is complex and requires specialist knowledge of both criminal and psychiatric law.

Rape, sexual assault, lewdness, possession of child pornography
Vice crimes touch deeply on victims’ personal lives and often have a severe emotional impact. Cases involving rape, sexual assault, lewdness or possession of child pornography require careful handling, balancing evidence, victim interests and defense rights. Such cases require not only legal expertise, but also an empathetic and principled approach from criminal justice practitioners.

Hemp Nurseries, Dealing and Drug Smuggling
Criminal cases under the Opium Law involve the growing, dealing and smuggling of narcotics. Whether it is a hemp farm, street dealing or international drug smuggling, the law distinguishes between hard and soft drugs and has severe penalties. Undermining crime and money laundering also often play a role. Legally, these cases are technical in nature, with much focus on investigative methods and evidence.

Human trafficking and human smuggling are serious crimes involving exploitation and abuse of vulnerable persons. These are often complex, cross-border criminal cases with multiple stakeholders and international aspects. The burden of proof is often extensive and requires a thorough analysis of statements, financial flows and communications. In these cases, cooperation with chain partners, such as police and aid agencies, is essential.

For example, on real estate, money, cars
Criminal and conservatory seizures involve the temporary deprivation of goods or money from a suspect, for example to secure criminally obtained assets. This can range from cars to real estate or bank deposits. The legality of the attachment and its proportionality are often disputed, leading to proceedings over removal or restitution. These cases require knowledge of both criminal and property law.

Cases that serve in the Supreme Court
Cassation cases take place in the Supreme Court, the highest court in criminal cases. This is not a question of reassessing facts, but rather the legal correctness of a ruling. A cassation lawyer examines whether there is a violation of law or defects in reasoning. The procedure is written and highly legal-technical in nature. Successful cassation requires in-depth knowledge of criminal procedure law and Supreme Court case law.