Fiches Belges: Olanda

Is this measure possible in your Member State under International Judicial Cooperation?

Yes. You can make a distinction between 1/ negotiate about a lower sentence or lenience of the sentence execution and 2/ The type of proposal that can be made to the witness. When the requirements of proportionality and subsidiarity have been met, it is possible to make an arrangement between a witness and the public prosecution service. This arrangement must be verifiable by the judge at the court hearing.

International legal framework applicable for this measure in your Member State

N/A

* receive the request/decision for judicial cooperation

The competent authorities are the regional International Legal Assistance Centres (the IRCs) and the National Legal Assistance Centre (LIRC).

* execute/recognise the measure (if other than the receiving authority)

Public prosecution service with special authorization.

Accepted languages for the request/decision

One of the official languages of the Council of Europe, but preferably in English or German or a translation in the Dutch language.

Deadlines for the execution of the request/decision (where applicable)

N/A

a. Special requirements

N/A

b. Other useful information

N/A