An overly formalistic interpretation of the code of criminal procedure which breaks with a century of practices and sets fire to the powder.
Several decisions of the criminal division of the Court of Cassation during the last quarter have created a stir among lawyers and the anger of the Keeper of the Seals, Éric Dupond-Moretti.
These judgments stipulate that a client can only be represented by the officially appointed lawyer, and in no case by his associates or collaborators.
However, whether it is assistance in police custody, visits to detention to prepare a case, taking action before the investigating judge or appealing a court decision , it is customary for an appointed lawyer to delegate actions to a collaborator or partner, so as not to leave his clients waiting.
And this for a little century...
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