Legal Definitions - Code d'instruction criminelle

Code d'instruction criminelle is a French criminal-procedure code that was enacted in 1811 and added to the Code Napoléon. It is a set of rules that govern how criminal cases are handled in France.

One example of the Code d'instruction criminelle is that a person who is accused of a crime has the right to remain silent and not incriminate themselves. Another example is that the accused has the right to a fair trial and to be represented by a lawyer.

These examples illustrate how the Code d'instruction criminelle protects the rights of the accused and ensures that they are treated fairly during the criminal justice process.