Leiden Law Blog

Criminal Law and Criminology

Fairness in Dutch criminal procedure: a victims demand

How can it be that in Dutch criminal procedure the focus is only on the accused and not the victim? I argue that the introduction of the ‘fair trial’ ideal in the Dutch jurisdiction has been more than just problematic.

Michiel Glas • 25-04-2012

Public Law

When will the general election be held?

Today the Rutte-Verhagen cabinet, now under resignation, debated on the crisis. There will be a general election but there is controversy about the date. Professor Voermans considers the arguments and requirements of the Dutch Election Law.

Wim Voermans • 24-04-2012

Public Law

At the worst possible moment: Rutte cabinet crisis intensifies Dutch political dilemmas

The present Dutch cabinet crisis gives rise to difficult problems: how is the budget for 2013 to be settled with a crippled cabinet and upcoming elections? Professor Voermans argues that Dutch parliamentary history offers a precedent and some hope.

Wim Voermans • 23-04-2012

Private Law

Dear prospective director, are you suitable for the job?

New regulation, which introduces a suitability assessment for executive and supervisory directors of financial institutions, will take effect from 1 July. This replaces the current policy rule on expertise knowledge. A potato – potahto replacement or more?

Tom Dijkhuizen • 22-04-2012

Tax Law and Economics

State aid is simply wrong

Although state aid can be a profitable business for governments and although it seems to save companies and safeguard employment, it should be abolished from our capitalistic system. State aid is simply wrong.

Jan Adriaanse • 20-04-2012

Criminal Law and Criminology

Crime Policies; Dare to ask the basic questions

In the Netherlands more and more repressive crime policies are being introduced. However, the basic question 'is there a crime problem that should be tackled' is often not asked. An omission with undesirable consequences.

Monique Koemans • 18-04-2012

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