Can influencers deduct their clothing from tax?
One professional group that has repeatedly found itself in court in recent years is that of…
The Criminal Liability of “Catcalling”
The term "catcalling" (used in English to describe calling a cat) is a colloquial term that…
Hygiene violations in the hospitality industry
The Göttingen district frequently inspects hospitality businesses, with the result that many…
From Manslaughter to Perverting the Course of Justice – Successful Defense by MPP before the Regional Court of Göttingen
On January 16, 2024, attorney Karl-Heinz Mügge achieved a significant defense success before the…
Upskirting, Stealthing, Revenge Porn, and Sextortion – Key Facts on New Sexual Offenses
Particularly with increasing digitalization, new criminally relevant behaviors have emerged in…
When is setting off fireworks allowed? Rules, Prohibitions & Penalties on New Year’s Eve
Stepping out the front door on New Year’s Day morning regularly reveals the traces of the…
Admissibility of EncroChat Data?
In spring 2020, French and Dutch law enforcement authorities succeeded in penetrating and…
The Federal Court of Justice affirms the existence of a criminal organization in two recent decisions pursuant to Section 129 of the German Criminal Code.
Section 129 of the German Criminal Code criminalizes the formation of a criminal organization.…
No gang theft in cases of “solo actions” by gang members
“Any person who […] as a member of a gang that has formed for the continued commission of robbery…
Murder by Treachery: When Does Someone Kill Treacherously? Murder Characteristic and § 211 StGB
Murder by Treachery - Brief OverviewDistinction Between Murder and Manslaughter: Contrary to common…
Federal Constitutional Court Decision: Mere Suspicions Do Not Justify a Search
With its decision of April 19, 2023, 2 BvR 2180/20, the Federal Constitutional Court declared the…
Innocent in pre-trial detention?
It is not uncommon for people to find themselves in pre-trial detention even though they never…