Your lawyer specializing in criminal law in Geneva

Our mastery covers all aspects

Our office in Geneva offers a full range of legal services in the field of criminal law. Our expertise covers everything from minor offenses to the most serious crimes, including but not limited to:

General criminal law

Penal law, or criminal law, is a branch of law that punishes anti-social behaviour - offences - and provides for society's response to such behaviour. The penal response most often takes the form of a sentence. Criminal law therefore concerns the relationship between society and the individual.

Criminal law is linked to the rules of criminal procedure, which set out the legal framework for the investigation, prosecution, trial and execution of the sentence of a person suspected, and where appropriate convicted, of committing an offence.

From a legal point of view, criminal law is often divided into two main areas:

General criminal law, which sets out the general conditions for incrimination and sentencing;

Special criminal law, which establishes a catalogue of incriminated behaviours: offences.

Special criminal law

Special criminal law is the part of criminal law that sets out the various offences and their corresponding penalties. These include

- offences against life and limb (murder, manslaughter including negligent homicide, grievous bodily harm, assault, etc.)

- Offences against property (theft, damage to property, fraud, breach of trust, etc.)

- Offences against honour, secrecy or privacy (defamation, slander, insult, etc.)

- Offences against liberty (threat, coercion, unlawful entry, etc.)

- Offences against sexual integrity (rape, sexual coercion, etc.)

Abderrahim Razi and Rive Avocats will defend you in court, whether you are the defendant or the victim.

Juvenile criminal law

Juvenile criminal law (DPMin) applies to people aged between 10 and 18 who have committed an offence. The measures and penalties applicable to minors are different from those applicable to adults. The law distinguishes between protective measures and penalties.

Me Abderrahim Razi, with his extensive experience in this field, will defend you effectively in court.

Criminal administrative law

Administrative criminal law in Geneva is a specific branch of criminal law, aimed at punishing offences committed in the context of administrative activities. It is characterised by its pragmatic approach, focused on punishing deviant behaviour in the areas of economic regulation, town planning, environmental protection and other areas of public management. In Geneva, this legal framework enables the administrative authorities to impose sanctions without going through the traditional judicial system, ensuring a rapid and effective response to offences. Rive Avocat, under the leadership of Maître Abderrahim Razi, plays a key role in this area, offering specialist legal assistance and defending their clients' interests with expertise and dedication.

The LAVI Centre

The LAVI Centre (Advice Centre for Victims of Crime) in Geneva plays a crucial role in the field of criminal law. Set up to support victims of crime, it offers a range of services from legal advice to psychological support. For victims in need of specialist legal assistance, Rive Avocats, particularly under the direction of Maître Abderrahim Razi, is an indispensable partner. Me Razi Abderrahim, renowned for his expertise in criminal law, provides invaluable support by offering sound advice and effective representation in court. Together, the Centre LAVI and Rive Avocats help to strengthen the protection of victims' rights, ensuring that the consequences of criminal offences are dealt with comprehensively and humanely.

Legal Assistance

Legal assistance plays a crucial role in the criminal justice system, guaranteeing every individual the right to adequate legal representation, provided by lawyers on a list drawn up by the judicial authorities. Among these professionals, Rive Avocats stands out for its commitment and expertise in criminal law. In addition, the assistance of Me Razi Abderrahim, a senior lawyer in the firm, ensures that those subject to the law receive a high-quality defence. This mechanism aims to preserve the fundamental principles of justice and equality before the law, by ensuring that all defendants, regardless of their means, receive a fair trial. Public defence in Geneva, supported by law firms such as Rive Avocats and professionals such as Me Abderrahim, reflects the canton's commitment to maintaining a criminal justice system that is fair and accessible to all.