Criminal Law in the Netherlands.

You hear that you are being taken into custody. That is a separate decision within the investigation. Ask which order applies, when it came into effect and what you are suspected of.

Arrest, detention for investigation, detention (detention by the police) and detention (pre-trial detention on the orders of the judge) have different rules. Do not use one general calculation for all phases. Have your lawyer check the specific timeline.

Discuss confidentially with your lawyer why you are being detained and what review is available. The duration of an order and the moment of judicial review are different questions.

Report it if you need medical care or medication, or if you do not understand the explanation. Ask what support can be arranged. Also let your lawyer know about any important problems.

Do you think a term or rule has been violated? Write down the facts and discuss them with your lawyer. Not every mistake automatically leads to release or the end of the criminal case.

Separate arrest, orders and conversations as closely as possible. Ask your attorney what decision might come next and what you need to understand about it.

Read the full explanation on the Criminal Law in the Netherlands website.