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    Gold Diggers

    It's well known that money does not automatically bring happiness; but one man's wealth caused him particular unease.
    AustriaCriminal Law
    Wolf Theiss
    Wolf Theiss
  • Article

    Rechtspanorama – “Frauen Im Netz Bestrafen”

    Bettina Knoetzl, Vice President of the Vienna Bar Association, addresses the alarming rise of online hate speech against women, highlighting that nearly 70% of gender-based hate crimes target girls and women. The article examines gaps in Austria's legal framework and proposes stronger protections through enhanced legislation, mandatory training for legal professionals, and effective damage claims to hold perpetrators accountable.
    AustriaCriminal Law
    KNOETZL HAUGENEDER NETAL Rechtsanwaelte GmbH
    KNOETZL HAUGENEDER NETAL Rechtsanwaelte GmbH
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Two Convicted For Exporting Sanctioned Machinery To Russia

Two individuals connected to a Vienna-based company have been convicted in Austria for their roles in the suspected illegal export of CNC machines, with sentences ranging from 15 to 21 months. The case, which began with raids and arrests, concluded with both defendants pleading guilty to the charges, though details about financial penalties or asset confiscation remain unclear.
AustriaInternational Law
Duane Morris LLP
Duane Morris LLP
  • Article

    Reform Of The Austrian Code Of Criminal Procedure Brings Improvements To Defendants' Rights In Criminal Proceedings

    Amendments to the Austrian Code of Criminal Procedure bring substantial improvements to defendants' rights, but also facilitate the public authorities' access to confidential bank data.
    AustriaCriminal Law
    Schoenherr (Schönherr Rechtsanwälte)
    Schoenherr (Schönherr Rechtsanwälte)
  • Article

    Breach Of Fiduciary Duty: Can A Principal Effectively Consent To Actions Of His Or Her Representative And Thus Exclude Criminal Liability?

    The topic is therefore not yet entirely clear and will need further clarification in the future.
    AustriaCriminal Law
    Wolf Theiss
    Wolf Theiss
  • Article

    The (Tentative) Return Of Innocence In Administrative Criminal Law

    On 1 January 2019, the administrative criminal law underwent major changes.
    AustriaCriminal Law
    Preslmayr Rechtsanwälte OG
    Preslmayr Rechtsanwälte OG
  • Article

    EU Sanctions Against Russia And Criminal Law: A Mismatch?

    Since the Russian attack on Ukraine in late February 2022, the European Union was quick to respond with sanctions in order to ramp up economic pressure on the Russian government...
    AustriaInternational Law
    Schoenherr (Schönherr Rechtsanwälte)
    Schoenherr (Schönherr Rechtsanwälte)
  • Article

    The Austrian Leniency Programme: To Be Continued?

    Because of these critical comments the proposed bill was retracted and revised by an expert commission.
    AustriaCriminal Law
    Schoenherr (Schönherr Rechtsanwälte)
    Schoenherr (Schönherr Rechtsanwälte)
  • Article

    The Private Party's Joinder In Criminal Proceedings And Its Effects On Limitation Periods Under Civil Law

    A private party's joinder in Austrian criminal proceedings can affect the lawful interruption of the period of limitation in civil proceedings.
    AustriaLitigation, Mediation & Arbitration
    Wolf Theiss
    Wolf Theiss
  • Article

    New Anti-Corruption Law Per 1 January 2013

    According to the new regulations, an Austrian citizen or company can be prosecuted if the offence was committed abroad.
    AustriaCriminal Law
    Schoenherr (Schönherr Rechtsanwälte)
    Schoenherr (Schönherr Rechtsanwälte)
  • Article

    Independence Of Austrian Criminal Courts With Regard To The Examination Of Their Competence (And Jurisdiction)

    The Austrian Supreme Court clarified in one of its latest decisions from 12 December 2018 that the criminal courts are not bound to the public prosecutor's legal subsumption of the facts and circumstances in its bill of indictment ...
    AustriaCriminal Law
    Wolf Theiss
    Wolf Theiss
  • Article

    Finally! Prosecution Authorities Will Be Prohibited From Seizing Attorney-Client Privileged Communication Located Outside An Attorney's Office

    Amendments to the Austrian Code of Criminal Procedure bring substantial improvements to defendant's rights, but also facilitate the public authorities' access to confidential bank data.
    AustriaLitigation, Mediation & Arbitration
    Schoenherr (Schönherr Rechtsanwälte)
    Schoenherr (Schönherr Rechtsanwälte)
  • Article

    New Legal Remedy Against Police Activities Within Criminal Investigations

    By 1 January 2014, any measure taken by the police within the pre-trial investigative phase of criminal proceedings which violates subjective rights of the affected person underlies the scrutiny of a judge at the regional criminal court.
    AustriaCriminal Law
    Schoenherr (Schönherr Rechtsanwälte)
    Schoenherr (Schönherr Rechtsanwälte)
  • Article

    What To Do When The Prosecutor Comes Knocking

    House searches have been all over the news in Austria recently. In case you have been wondering what happens to your phone, laptop and tablet when the prosecutor comes knocking...
    AustriaCriminal Law
    Schoenherr (Schönherr Rechtsanwälte)
    Schoenherr (Schönherr Rechtsanwälte)
  • Article

    Public Prosecutor Will Get Easier Access To Bank Information As Of 1 August

    As of 1 August 2016 public prosecutors may access information contained in the account registry without prior court approval.
    AustriaFinance and Banking
    Schoenherr (Schönherr Rechtsanwälte)
    Schoenherr (Schönherr Rechtsanwälte)
  • Article

    Die (halbe) Rückkehr der Unschuld im Verwaltungsstrafrecht

    Mit 1.1.2019 sind wesentliche Änderungen im Verwaltungsstrafrecht in Kraft getreten.
    AustriaCriminal Law
    Preslmayr Rechtsanwälte OG
    Preslmayr Rechtsanwälte OG
  • Article

    Cyber-Attacks And Business Secrets - Protection Under Criminal Law

    Business secrets are essential assets of companies, and are often the reason for a company having a competitive lead in a market.
    AustriaCriminal Law
    Schoenherr (Schönherr Rechtsanwälte)
    Schoenherr (Schönherr Rechtsanwälte)
  • Article

    Cybercrime And Protection Under Criminal Law

    The latest criminal statistics of the Austrian Interior Ministry show a strong growth of cybercrime: In the first half of 2019, the Austrian police recorded over 13,000 cybercrime offences, compared to around 8,700 in the same period last year.
    AustriaCriminal Law
    Schoenherr (Schönherr Rechtsanwälte)
    Schoenherr (Schönherr Rechtsanwälte)
  • Article

    The Austrian Law On The Responsibility Of Associations: New Tendency To Prosecution Authorities To Target Companies As First Shot

    According to new tendencies of prosecution authorities, the practical scope of the VbVG could expand in the future.
    AustriaCriminal Law
    Schoenherr (Schönherr Rechtsanwälte)
    Schoenherr (Schönherr Rechtsanwälte)
  • Article

    Liking, Sharing And Posting: Legal Responsibility And Social Media

    Social Media is omnipresent these days and individuals as well as companies increasingly use these instruments as communication and marketing tools.
    AustriaMedia, Telecoms, IT, Entertainment
    Schoenherr (Schönherr Rechtsanwälte)
    Schoenherr (Schönherr Rechtsanwälte)
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