On June 13, Nice hosted the Ocean Summit, a major global event bringing together 70 heads of state, 180 international delegations, and over 15,000 participants.
In response to this exceptional influx, authorities deployed 5,000 law enforcement officers, ensuring exemplary public order management.
This heightened security operation produced striking figures:
• A 1,091% increase in fixed fine penalties for drug use
• A 106% rise in arrests related to drug trafficking
Legal Challenges at Stake
While these numbers reflect operational effectiveness, they also raise key legal concerns, particularly regarding defense rights and individual freedoms:
• Respect for fundamental rights during identity checks, arrests, and searches
• Legality of custody measures and deprivation of liberty
• Right to effective legal assistance at every stage of criminal proceedings
Maître Damy, a lawyer at the Nice Bar, acts with expertise and responsiveness in criminal law and the protection of individual freedoms.
The firm supports its clients to:
• Defend their rights during police custody or immediate appearance hearings
• Challenge the legality of checks or arrests
• Provide strong criminal defense against prosecution or in public security litigation
Subject to a check, arrest, or criminal proceedings?
The Damy Law Firm is here to assist and advise you to ensure your fundamental rights are upheld.
