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Article 172 of the French Code of civil procedure

As soon as the investigative measure has been carried out, the proceedings shall continue at the behest of the judge.

The judge may, within the limits of his jurisdiction, immediately hear the parties in their observations or pleadings, even on the premises, and immediately rule on their claims.

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Article 172
Dès que la mesure d’instruction est exécutée, l’instance se poursuit à la diligence du juge.

Celui-ci peut, dans les limites de sa compétence, entendre immédiatement les parties en leurs observations ou plaidoiries, même sur les lieux, et statuer aussitôt sur leurs prétentions.

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