Rabat district · Rabat-Salé-Kénitra
Criminal lawyer in Souissi
Criminal law: the firm assists residents and companies of Souissi, 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.
- Assistance for victims of violence, fraud or breach of trust
- Bounced cheques, forgery and economic offences
- Applications for provisional release
- Alternative sentences (Law No. 43-22): applications and follow-up
- Appeals to the court of appeal and to the Court of Cassation
Competent courts
For a matter concerning a resident of Souissi, the following courts normally have jurisdiction:
- Court of First Instance of Rabat (including its Family Justice Section)
- Court of Appeal of Rabat
Matters we handle there
Matters for Souissi residents often concern family assets: buying or selling villas, land titles, inheritance and division between heirs. With expatriate families and mixed couples living here, international family law questions are frequent, such as the exequatur of a foreign judgment or child custody between two countries. The firm also handles villa leases and disputes with household staff under employment law.
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 Souissi: 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.