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Netherlands Judiciary (de Rechtspraak)

The national portal and administration of the Dutch courts.

What this authority does

Publishes case law, court addresses and procedural guidance for the eleven district courts, the courts of appeal and the specialised high courts, and is administered by the Council for the Judiciary (Raad voor de rechtspraak).

Services for the public

  • Case law search
  • Find a court
  • Procedural information
  • Digital filing

Before you contact this authority

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