Criminal case, step by step — Episode 1. Updated on November 3, 2026. See the series summary. Did you receive a summons to the police or prosecutor’s office and don’t know why you are being summoned? First check the quality of the way you should appear, the date and place of the hearing. A summons does not establish guilt and does not mean, by itself […]

In a drug case, the legal classification depends on the imputed facts and evidence. Law no. 143/2000 specifically criminalizes operations related to the circulation of drugs and certain acts committed for personal consumption. The quantity is relevant in the context, but does not by itself automatically determine the destination of the substance. Possession for personal consumption is also criminalized under Article 4 of the Law […]

A traffic violation can result in a penalty or, if the conditions of the law are met, it can constitute a crime. The classification depends on the specific act, the category of vehicle, and the evidence in the case file. The relevant articles are mainly Articles 335–338 of the Criminal Code and the provisions of GEO no. 195/2002 on traffic on public roads. Below are presented some common situations. […]

A company can be held criminally liable for an offense committed in the performance of its business activity, in its own interest or on its behalf. The liability of the company is distinct from that of the administrator and other natural persons involved; under the law, both may be held liable for the same offense. The basic rule is in Article 135 of the Criminal Code. For […]

The lack of eyewitnesses does not, in itself, hinder the investigation of an assault. The acts can be proven by various means, and the evidence is evaluated together. The classification depends on the conduct, the consequences, and the concrete situation. If there is an immediate danger or injuries that require immediate care, call 112 and request medical assistance. Keep the medical documents and note down as much […]