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Criminal Damage in Austria: An Overview of the Offence and Its Consequences<\/a><\/h2>\n\n

The Austrian Criminal Code protects property not only against unlawful taking, deception, or the use of force, but also against …<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Pre-trial detention in Austria \u2013 What those affected and their relatives should know<\/a><\/h2>\n\n

The imposition of pre-trial detention and the associated deprivation of liberty come as a surprise to many of those affected. …<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Section 39 SMG \u2013 Treatment Instead of Punishment in Austria<\/a><\/h2>\n\n

In addition to imposing criminal penalties for drug-related offenses, Austrian drug law also takes a health-oriented approach. This is reflected …<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Sections 28 and 28a SMG \u2013 Drug trafficking in Austria<\/a><\/h2>\n\n

While Section 27 of the Austrian Narcotic Drugs Act primarily covers the unauthorized handling of narcotics for personal use, (the …<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Arrest in Austria: Requirements, Procedure, and Why Legal Assistance Is Crucial<\/a><\/h2>\n\n

The arrest, within Austrian criminal procedure, is designed as a short-term deprivation of liberty. It is carried out by state …<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Narcotic Substances Act (Suchtmittelgesetz – SMG) in Austria: Overview of Rules and Penalties<\/a><\/h2>\n\n

The Austrian Narcotic Substances Act (Suchtmittelgesetz \u2013 SMG) regulates the handling of substances that may cause addiction or endanger health. …<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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House Search: Your Rights and the Correct Way to Respond<\/a><\/h2>\n\n

An unexpected ring at the door, strangers in your home, targeted questions, searches, seizures and confiscations \u2013 for those affected, …<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Documents Forgery in Austria (Section 223 StGB): Criminal Liability, Legal Consequences and Practical Relevance<\/a><\/h2>\n\n

Forged or false documents often play a central role in large and complex white-collar criminal proceedings. In particular in offences …<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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The reform of conditional release in Austria \u2013 what has applied since 1 January 2026?<\/a><\/h2>\n\n

Depending on the initial situation, a conviction in criminal proceedings is often unavoidable. In such cases, comprehensive and professional criminal …<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Criminal Defense in Fraud Cases \u2013 Legal Assessment, Risks, and Defense Strategies<\/a><\/h2>\n\n

Many suspects or accused persons find themselves confronted with allegations of fraud in criminal proceedings. Alongside embezzlement and breach of …<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Sexual Offences in Austria: Definitions, Penalties, and Proper Conduct During the Investigation Phase<\/a><\/h2>\n\n

Sexual offences are among the most sensitive and at the same time most serious allegations in Austrian criminal law. Often, …<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Bodily Injury in Austria: Definitions, Penalties, and Proper Conduct During the Investigation Phase<\/a><\/h2>\n\n

Offenses involving bodily injury are among the most common crimes in Austria. They often start with a brief lapse of …<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Criminal Proceedings in Austria: Procedure, Rights, and Proper Conduct During the Investigation Phase<\/a><\/h2>\n\n

Criminal proceedings often begin unexpectedly for those affected: a summons to the police, a house search, or a notification from …<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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