Article L2132-1 of the French General Code of Local Authorities
Subject to the provisions of 16° of article L. 2122-22, the municipal council deliberates on actions to be brought in the name of the commune.
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Subject to the provisions of 16° of article L. 2122-22, the municipal council deliberates on actions to be brought in the name of the commune.
The mayor, by virtue of the municipal council’s decision, represents the municipality in legal proceedings.
The mayor may always, without the prior authorisation of the town council, take any protective or interruptive action in respect of forfeitures.
Any party who has obtained a conviction against the municipality shall not be liable for any charges or contributions imposed for the payment of costs and damages resulting from the proceedings.
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