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Bridging the gap between the law and the people. Empowering Rwandans with legal knowledge and updates. ⚖️ #LegalEducation #RwandaLaw

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⚖️ Did you know?

In Rwanda, criminal cases must be prosecuted within certain time limits:

• 10 years – Felonies
• 3 years – Misdemeanours
• 1 year – Petty offences

Understanding the law matters.

#LawConnectRwanda #KnowTheLaw

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⚖️ Legal Principle: Double Jeopardy

Article 7: No person may be punished twice for the same offence once a final court decision has been made.

This protects individuals from repeated prosecution and ensures fairness in the justice system.

#RuleOfLaw #LegalEducation #Justice

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Did you know?
A document you write cannot serve as evidence in your favor — but it can be used against you.
⚖️ Example: “I received money” = can be used against you.
“I’m owed money” = cannot be used by you.

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📌 Did you know?
In Rwanda, filing an administrative claim has strict steps
✔️ Appeal first to superior authority (
✔️ If no response/unfair reply → go to court
✔️ Appeals don’t stop the decision.
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#RwandaLaw #AccessToJustice

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🚨 New Law in Rwanda! 🚨

Practice Directions N° 001/2025 (03/09/2025) explain how Plea Bargaining works.
👉 Accused admits guilt.
👉 Gets a lighter sentence / faster justice.
👉 Prosecutors must start it early.

Efficient ⚖️ Fair ⚡ Timely ✅
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R v Kirk (2008): A starving 14-year-old “agreed” to sex for £3.45. Court: this was rape, not consent.

⚖️ Rwanda’s Penal Code (Art.133):

Defilement <18 = 20–25 yrs

Defilement <14 = life imprisonment.

Exploitation ≠ consent.

#Consent #ChildProtection

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📜 Did you know? In Rwanda, a private deed (like a signed contract) is valid evidence once admitted.

✅ Parties can only challenge it with written proof.
✅ Outsiders can use any legal means.
⚠️ The date isn’t binding on third parties.
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⚖️ Did you know?

You have 1 month to appeal a court judgment. ⏳

If you were at the hearing, time starts even if you missed the pronouncement.

If your address is unknown, time starts from the public notification date.

#LawConnectRwanda | #LegalAwareness

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Article 53 says: In court, quality > quantity of witnesses.

⚖️ Judges care about what a witness actually knows & their honesty — not the number of people testifying.

👉 One truthful witness can outweigh many doubtful ones.
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⚖️ Landmark ruling:

Art. 29 (Constitution → fair trial) vs Art. 81 of Law No. 22/2018 (immediate contempt sentencing).
In Mironko’s case, the Supreme Court struck down part of Art. 81 as unconstitutional.

Constitution always prevails over conflicting laws.
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Under Art. 81 of Law N° 062/2024 (Evidence Law), judges in Rwanda 🇷🇼 may rely on human presumption, logic & experience if it’s:
✔️ Relevant
✔️ Precise
✔️ Consistent
⚠️ Limits:
❌ No replacing written proof (e.g. land sales)
❌ Can’t override presumption of innocence
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Under Art. 81 of Law N° 062/2024 (Evidence Law), judges in Rwanda 🇷🇼 may rely on human presumption, logic & experience if it’s:
✔️ Relevant
✔️ Precise
✔️ Consistent
⚠️ Limits:
❌ No replacing written proof (e.g. land sales)
❌ Can’t override presumption of innocence
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⚖️ #LegalFact: Once a case is finally decided in Rwanda, it can’t be reopened for the same facts, parties & cause.
This is Res Judicata = “Already judged.”
✅ Finality in justice
✅ No endless litigation
✅ Respect for court rulings
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⚖️ Article 4 – LAW N°59/2008 on Gender-Based Violence:

❌ No disturbing your spouse’s peace with adultery, dowry, fertility issues or harassment.
👉 Marriage = Respect + Dignity.

📌 Contact Law Connect Rwanda for legal advice today!

#LawConnectRwanda #KnowYourRights #FamilyLaw

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Family Donation
When spouses (or one of them) give/receive property for free, it’s a family donation.
💍 But the rules depend on the marriage property regime you chose.

👉 Simply: It’s about protecting fairness in family property transfers.

#RwandaLaw #FamilyLaw

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⚖️ Why do courts follow old rulings?

Because of:
1️⃣ Stare Decisis → “stand by things decided.” Courts follow past decisions to keep the law stable.
2️⃣ Precedent → past cases guide future ones.

Binding = must follow

Persuasive = may influence
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Did you know? You can’t donate all your property. With children, only 20% can be given away. No kids but a spouse? Only 33%. The rest is legally reserved to protect your family. Debts are deducted first. #InheritanceLaw #FamilyRights #RwandaLaw

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💍 If you share property with your spouse, you can’t give it away OR accept a gift for it without their consent.
🛡 Protects both partners & keeps decisions mutual.
#FamilyLaw #RwandaLaw #LegalAwareness

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Can you join a court case you're not part of?
Yes, under Article 114 of Rwandan law.
If a case may affect your rights, you can:
✔️ File a request
✔️ Pay a court fee
✔️ Prove your interest is legal, direct & personal

The court must see that you're truly affected. #KnowYourRights