France reforms criminal procedure: three key dates starting July 2026

Repeat offenses will be tried by departmental criminal courts starting late July 2026.

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The deadline to challenge the legality of an investigation is reduced from six to four months from October 23, 2026.

Automatic release of detainees due to judicial delays is abolished.

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