Insights
Pre-trial detention in Austria – What those affected and their relatives should know
The imposition of pre-trial detention and the associated deprivation of liberty come as a surprise to many of those affected. …
Section 39 SMG – Treatment Instead of Punishment in Austria
In addition to imposing criminal penalties for drug-related offenses, Austrian drug law also takes a health-oriented approach. This is reflected …
Sections 28 and 28a SMG – Drug trafficking in Austria
While Section 27 of the Austrian Narcotic Drugs Act primarily covers the unauthorized handling of narcotics for personal use, (the …
Arrest in Austria: Requirements, Procedure, and Why Legal Assistance Is Crucial
The arrest, within Austrian criminal procedure, is designed as a short-term deprivation of liberty. It is carried out by state …
Narcotic Substances Act (Suchtmittelgesetz – SMG) in Austria: Overview of Rules and Penalties
The Austrian Narcotic Substances Act (Suchtmittelgesetz – SMG) regulates the handling of substances that may cause addiction or endanger health. …
House Search: Your Rights and the Correct Way to Respond
An unexpected ring at the door, strangers in your home, targeted questions, searches, seizures and confiscations – for those affected, …
Documents Forgery in Austria (Section 223 StGB): Criminal Liability, Legal Consequences and Practical Relevance
Forged or false documents often play a central role in large and complex white-collar criminal proceedings. In particular in offences …
The reform of conditional release in Austria – what has applied since 1 January 2026?
Depending on the initial situation, a conviction in criminal proceedings is often unavoidable. In such cases, comprehensive and professional criminal …
Criminal Defense in Fraud Cases – Legal Assessment, Risks, and Defense Strategies
Many suspects or accused persons find themselves confronted with allegations of fraud in criminal proceedings. Alongside embezzlement and breach of …
Sexual Offences in Austria: Definitions, Penalties, and Proper Conduct During the Investigation Phase
Sexual offences are among the most sensitive and at the same time most serious allegations in Austrian criminal law. Often, …
Bodily Injury in Austria: Definitions, Penalties, and Proper Conduct During the Investigation Phase
Offenses involving bodily injury are among the most common crimes in Austria. They often start with a brief lapse of …
Criminal Proceedings in Austria: Procedure, Rights, and Proper Conduct During the Investigation Phase
Criminal proceedings often begin unexpectedly for those affected: a summons to the police, a house search, or a notification from …
