Radboud University researchers: insufficient protection of personal data when processing bulk data in criminal cases
The digitisation of society has significantly increased the ability of investigative authorities to gather data. After all, many files that can serve as evidence are on digital data carriers, such as phones, computers and servers. Through hacks - whether or not through the intervention of foreign investigative authorities - the prosecution has gained access to a [...]
Remission or reduction of a deprivation order?
The confiscation claim stems from the Plukze legislation. At the request of the public prosecutor, the court may impose an obligation on a convicted person to pay a sum of money to the State to deprive it of unlawfully (read: illegally) obtained benefit. Although the State here seems to benefit from criminal proceeds, the intention of the article is [...]
Rabobank frenetic in anti-money laundering compliance (but caught between two fires)
One of the main functions of banks is to handle their customers' payments. Another, lesser-known role of banks has become increasingly important in recent years, which is to protect the financial system from abuse and crime. After all, crime should not pay. Because by opening an account, the bank gives account holders access [...]
Why the media should now refer to Jos B. by his initials
By releasing his photo and full personal details, the prosecution achieved its goal of arresting suspect Jos B. in Spain within a short time. Good detective work. Also with the help of the media who picked up and circulated the press release and press conference en masse. Unfortunately, the media did not stop there. [...]