Business law in the Netherlands
Legal Framework
- Independence of Justice
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Justice is free and independent.
- Equal Treatment of Nationals and Foreigners
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Foreigners can expect an impartial trial from the country’s judicial system.
- The Language of Justice
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Dutch and Frisian.
- Recourse to an Interpreter
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Yes, but
no guidelines exist to ensure effective communication between judges, lawyers, and non Dutch / Frisian speaking defendants.
- Sources of the Law and Legal Similarities
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Based on the civil law system incorporating French penal theory. The Netherlands accepts compulsory ICJ jurisdiction but with reservations. Holland being a member of the European Union, the national law in the country has needs to comply with the conditions of the Community legislation.
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