The Execution Process in Zoetermeer
After irrevocability, as referred to in article 557 Sv, the execution of criminal judgments in Zoetermeer commences. The public prosecutor (OVJ) at the court in The Hague, which serves Zoetermeer, issues this order. Subsequently, local agencies such as the Custodial Institutions Agency (DJI) in the Haaglanden region or the CJIB take over execution, often in coordination via the District Court of The Hague.
For prison sentences, detention follows in a DJI facility near Zoetermeer, such as in Scheveningen; for fines, collection by CJIB with local bailiffs. Conditional sentences take effect upon breach of the probationary period, with supervision by the Zoetermeer Probation Service.
Specific Sentence Types in Zoetermeer
Prison sentences are executed immediately, with possible suspension for appeal (no longer after irrevocability). Pecuniary penalties are handled via CJIB with coercive measures such as attachment on local bank accounts or property in Zoetermeer. TBS or suspension subject to conditions requires multidisciplinary follow-up by the Reclassering in Zoetermeer, in collaboration with the municipality for aftercare.
The convict from Zoetermeer receives a summons or order by mail or via local police. Opposition is limited; only via complaint to the examining magistrate in The Hague.
Rights and Protection for Zoetermeer Convicts
Convicts are entitled to conditional release after two-thirds of the sentence (art. 15 Criminal Code), with advice from the Reclassering Zoetermeer. In case of errors in the procedure, the court may suspend execution. This process balances sentence enforcement with humane treatment, taking into account local facilities such as social services in Zoetermeer.
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