#10: Fired by the Criminal Court

As discussed in lawlunch #06 the Dutch authorities try to fight fraud by prosecuting the professionals – the facilitators of the crime – involved. Practice shows that (tax) advisors, accountants and notaries are increasingly put in the spotlight of a criminal investigation. As explained in lawlunch #06 professionals can be faced with administrative penalties, criminal prosecution or disciplinary proceedings. Although all of these possibilities are devastating for one’s career there is one accessory penalties which simply puts an end to a career. This is the accessory penalty of the prohibition to exercise your profession.READ MORE

#07: Accessory penalties and measures

The Dutch sanctions system distinguishes between penalties and measures. Penalties are mainly aimed at punishment and general deterrence. Measures, on the other hand, aim for the improvement of the security and safety of persons or property. Another element is the restoration of the situation as it was before the criminal conduct occurred. Practice shows that besides the possibility to punish someone who is convicted of a crime with imprisonment, community service or a (severe) fine, the possibility of imposing accessory penalties and measures is becoming more common. Therefore an overview of such penalties and measures as stated in the Dutch national law might be helpful.READ MORE