Town served · Rabat-Salé-Kénitra
Criminal lawyer in Kénitra
Criminal law: the firm assists residents and companies of Kénitra, from the first consultation to enforcement.
The firm assists and defends people under investigation or prosecution, as well as victims, at every stage of criminal proceedings: investigation, police custody, judicial investigation, trial and appeals. We act quickly when the situation requires it, and help victims file complaints and obtain compensation.
- Appeals to the court of appeal and to the Court of Cassation
- Assistance during police custody and the preliminary investigation
- Defence before the court of first instance and the court of appeal
- Filing complaints with the public prosecutor and joining proceedings as a civil party
- Assistance for victims of violence, fraud or breach of trust
Competent courts
For a matter concerning a resident of Kénitra, the following courts normally have jurisdiction:
- Court of First Instance of Kénitra (including its Family Justice Section)
- Court of Appeal of Kénitra
Matters we handle there
Kénitra's industrial growth, with its business zones and automotive sites, generates employment law cases, workplace accidents and business-to-business contracts. Commercial disputes (unpaid debts, payment orders, companies in difficulty) are brought before the Commercial Court of Rabat. Families seek advice on divorce, inheritance and property, while claims against public bodies go to the Administrative Court of Rabat.
How a matter unfolds
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Prompt action
We find out the facts, contact the relevant authorities and assist the person as soon as the law allows.
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Case review
We analyse the police reports, the case documents and the evidence to build the defence or the complaint.
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Defence at trial
We plead before the criminal court, make the relevant applications (provisional release, procedural irregularities, reclassification) and defend the victim's interests where applicable.
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After the judgment
We consider whether to appeal and follow the execution of the sentence, including applications for alternative sentences where the law allows.
Frequently asked questions
What are the alternative sentences introduced by Law No. 43-22?
Law No. 43-22 allows the court to replace certain prison sentences with alternative sentences: community service, electronic monitoring, restriction of certain rights or supervision, treatment or rehabilitation measures, and day fines. They do not apply to all offences and require the legal conditions to be met. A lawyer can ask the court for them where the case lends itself to it.
How long can police custody last in Morocco?
For ordinary offences, police custody is in principle 48 hours, renewable once for 24 hours with the authorisation of the public prosecutor, under the Code of Criminal Procedure. Longer periods apply to certain serious offences, such as offences against state security or terrorism. The family of the person in custody must be informed of the measure.
Other practice areas for residents of Kénitra: Business and company law, Administrative law, Real estate and land law, Divorce and family law, Employment law, Debt recovery, Estates and inheritance, Accidents and compensation and Moroccans abroad and international matters.
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Let's talk about your situation.
The firm receives you Monday to Friday, by appointment.