Measure Implementation

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

There is no specific rule providing for psychiatric medical examination. However, it is possible to appoint a qualified expert in any case where specific expertise is required for investigation or taking of evidence; this also includes psychiatric medical examination. For further information, see measure No. A.43 (technical or scientific examinations or expert evaluations).

Legal Framework

International legal framework applicable for this measure in your Member State

See measure A.43 (Technical or scientific examinations or expert evaluations).

Competent Authority

* receive the request/decision for judicial cooperation

See measure A.43 (Technical or scientific examinations or expert evaluations).

Accepted languages

Accepted languages for the request/decision

See measure A.43 (Technical or scientific examinations or expert evaluations).

Execution deadline

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

See measure A.43 (Technical or scientific examinations or expert evaluations).

Concise legal practical information

Special requirements

See measure A.43 (Technical or scientific examinations or expert evaluations). There shall be compliance with a request for judicial assistance which requires a procedure that differs from Austrian laws on criminal procedure, if this is compatible with the criminal procedure and its principles.

Last reviewed on 26 August 2022 by EJN Secretariat

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