Constitutional Council restores bank succession fees

The Constitutional Council struck down a prohibition on charging succession fees on bank accounts, restoring this practice for credit institutions.

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This decision partially invalidates legislation aimed at protecting heirs from additional fees.

Banks regain the ability to charge these fees, returning to prior practice.

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