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French Civil CodeIn force
Subsection 3: Assignment of sums of money as security

Article 2374-4

Where the assignee does not have free disposal of the sum assigned, the fruits and interest produced by it increase the basis of the guarantee, unless otherwise agreed. Where the assignee has free dis…

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French Civil CodeIn force
Subsection 3: Assignment of sums of money as security

Article 2374-3

The assignee is free to dispose of the sum assigned, unless an agreement to the contrary specifies its use.

AI translation · Updated 6 Nov 2023Open Article
French General Tax CodeIn force
2: Determination of taxable profits

Article 39 quinquies G

I. - Insurance and reinsurance companies may set aside tax-free provisions to meet exceptional expenses relating to operations that cover risks due to natural elements, atomic risk, civil liability ri…

AI translation · Updated 8 Nov 2023Open Article
French Cinema and Moving Image CodeIn force
Subsection 2: Direct allowances

Article 612-21

The amount of the direct grant is equal to 5% of the amount of selective aid awarded.The direct grant is awarded in the form of a subsidy.

AI translation · Updated 7 Nov 2023Open Article
French Cinema and Moving Image CodeIn force
Subsection 2: Direct allowances

Article 612-20

Direct subsidies are awarded for online broadcasting of a programme comprising at least 25% short-lived cinematographic works.

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French Commercial codeIn force
Paragraph 2: Requirements for experience or work placements in addition to the master's degree referred to in article L. 812-3

Article A812-24

The list of acts performed by the trainee provided for in article R. 812-18-2 is given in II of Annex 8-1-1 to this book.

AI translation · Updated 3 Nov 2023Open Article
French Public procurement codeIn force
Section 2: Abnormally low tenders

Article R2352-2

The purchaser shall require the tenderer to explain the price or costs proposed in his tender if it appears to be abnormally low in relation to the works, supplies or services.Justifications may be ta…

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French Public Health CodeIn force
Subsection 2: Hearing and deliberation

Article R4126-25

The docket for each hearing is drawn up by the Chairman of the Disciplinary Board. The parties are summoned to the hearing. The summons must reach the parties at least fifteen days before the date of…

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French Public Health CodeIn force
Subsection 2: Hearing and deliberation

Article R4126-28

Articles R. 731-1 to R. 731-5 of the Code of Administrative Justice relating to the holding of hearings and deliberations are applicable before first instance and national disciplinary chambers.

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French Public Health CodeIn force
Subsection 2: Hearing and deliberation

Article R4126-27

Decisions are taken by the panel, by a majority of votes, in the absence of the parties. In the event of a tie, the Chairman has the casting vote.

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