Article 720-1 of the French Code of Criminal Procedure
November 7, 2023
In misdemeanour cases, where the convicted person still has to serve a prison sentence of two years or less, this sentence may, for medical, family, professional or social reasons and for a period not exceeding four years, be suspended or served in instalments, none of which may be less than two days. The decision is taken by the sentence enforcement judge under the conditions set out in article 712-6. This…
