Administrative Appeal
An administrative appeal is a complaint addressed to the administration in order to resolve a dispute arising from an administrative decision (Art. L410-1 Code of Relations between the Public and Administration). To make an administrative appeal, there must first be an unfavorable decision from the administration, which can be explicit or implicit, oral or written. […]
Forensic Medical Unit and the Role of the Forensic Doctor
Following an accident or assault, and generally after filing a complaint, you can go as a victim to a Forensic Medical Unit (UMJ). You may wonder about its role and that of the forensic doctor. What is a Forensic Medical Unit (UMJ)? A Forensic Medical Unit (UMJ) is a place where medical staff collaborate with […]
Identity Document Renewal and Headscarf
Najat has an appointment at the town hall to submit her application for the renewal of her national identity card. The town hall agent then asks her to remove her headscarf, at the counter in front of everyone, in order to verify her identity for verification and security reasons. As for Charlotte, she saw her […]
Dress Codes in Public Schools
Many middle and high school female students contact us about their clothing, which is sometimes perceived as an “ostentatious sign of religious affiliation” by their school. Can I be prohibited from wearing a tunic, loose pants, skirt or long dress within my school? What does the law say? Regarding clothing choice: First, LAW No. 2004-228 […]
Unfavorable Administrative Decision
An administrative decision is a legal act that unilaterally emanates from an administrative authority or a private person in charge of a public service of an administrative nature and that modifies or refuses to modify the rights or obligations of the administered, regardless of their consent. Examples: refusal of a building permit, rejection of a […]
Victim and ITT
As Farid was leaving his home, he was the victim of an assault. He suffered both physical and emotional harm and doesn’t know what to do. His friend advises him to have his condition assessed urgently, particularly for the evaluation of ITT. What does this mean? What does ITT mean? The concept of ITT poses […]
Graduation Ceremony
Samia has obtained her baccalaureate and is eager to attend the graduation ceremony organized by her school. She wonders, however, if she can keep her headscarf for the occasion. What does the law say? The Law No. 2004-228 of March 15, 2004, applying the principle of secularism, framing the wearing of signs or attire openly […]
Victim: How to Assert My Rights?
Nabil booked a rental for a few days of vacation with his family. When he arrives at the location, a reception agent denies him access due to his long beard before verbally assaulting and threatening him. As a victim, Nabil filed a complaint and subsequently received a victim notice, a document intended to inform a […]
Victim: Where to Turn?
Ilhem has been working for a few months at a real estate agency but regularly endures mockery from her colleagues to the point that her health is deteriorating. She can no longer tolerate the situation but feels helpless and doesn’t know who to turn to for help. If you believe you are a victim, numerous […]
