Court case adjourned in ex-MP rape investigation
Dominik Feri, who sat in the Chamber of Deputies for over three years, is facing trial for three counts of sexual assault.
Czech President signs law streamlining approval process for home builders and developers
The amendment to the Construction Act lays the foundation for a one-stop one-stamp building-permit process.
Suspect faces charges for targeting Ukrainian cars in Prague slashing spree
The man targeted 24 parked, unmanned cars and now faces several years in jail.
A permit in 30 days: Changes to Czech law should make it easier build a house
Sweeping changes to the building code have passed the lower house; if signed into law it could help ease the gridlock in making new housing.
English-friendly app shines a light on Czech law for victims of domestic violence
Bright Sky, a resource helping people in abusive relationships, offers an update clarifying legal issues.
Just in time for boating season, clarifying Czechia's new rules for drinking on the water
The leader of a canoe or raft can now drink a small amount of alcohol, but only on sections of river that have limited traffic.
Czechia to issue new birth certificates for children of same-sex parents
At present, same-sex parents do not have their genders recognized on their child's birth certificate.
Czechia passes law to stop spreading terrorist content online
The new law implements a EU directive meant to prevent people from spreading images of attacks or executions.
Police cracking down on bikes and scooters on Prague sidewalks
Users of shared resources who aren't familiar with the rules of the road can face substantial fines.
Over half of LGBTQ+ people in Czechia said they experience public hate
Government officials met with representatives of the LGBTQ+ community this week to discuss the need for stronger laws against hate crimes.
Czechia faces EU lawsuit over failure to protect whistleblowers
Transparency International says the pending Czech law lacks protection for filing an anonymous report.
Czech universities may need to issue new diplomas after students' gender transition
The government recently announced a planned amendment in the law in a bid to make post-transition life easier for young people.
Czech government mulling changes to retirement ages
A proposal currently being considered would raise the retirement age to 68 for some people.
New Czech rules will put a lid on light pollution
The Environment Ministry wants Czechia to become a leader in an overlooked health issue.
Czechia to unveil cannabis regulation laws in March
Taxes on cannabis could potentially add billions of crowns to the Czech coffers, but regulation of sales would be very strict.
'Who drinks the most, wins': Police uncover underage drinking competition in Prague nightclub
Organizers of the party now face up to one year in prison for serving alcohol to minors.
