Rental trap in Belgium: what can the landlord do?
Rent arrears in Belgium: what can the landlord do? When a tenant does not pay his rent, the landlord has several legal means to recover the rent arrears and possibly obtain the eviction of the tenant. In Belgium, the procedure goes through the Justice of the Peace. Step 1: Notice of default The first step is a formal notice of default via [...].
Parental authority and primary residence after divorce: everything you need to know
Parental authority and primary residence after divorce in Belgium After a divorce, questions immediately arise about parental authority over the children, primary residence and access arrangements. In Belgium, two principles take precedence: joint parental authority and the best interests of the child. Joint parental authority: the rule In Belgium, joint parental authority is the legal rule [...].
House search in Belgium: your rights and obligations
House search in Belgium: your rights and obligations as a suspect A house search is one of the most drastic coercive measures that police and prosecutors can carry out. As a suspect or person subject to a search, you have rights that you need to know. When is a search permitted? A search basically requires a court order (search warrant) [...].
Arrest and interrogation in Belgium: your rights as a suspect
Arrest and questioning in Belgium: your rights as a suspect When you are arrested or summoned for questioning by the police, it is essential that you know your rights. In Belgium, every suspect has the right to the assistance of a lawyer from the first interrogation. The right to the assistance of a lawyer (Salduz law) The Salduz law guarantees [....]