Amendment to German Voluntary Jurisdiction Costs Act (GNotKG)

Subsection 79(2) Sentence 2 Regarding Appeals

Key Points:

* The amendment to GNotKG clarifies the timeframe for filing appeals under Subsection 79(2) Sentence 2. * The revised law specifies that appeals must be lodged within the prescribed timeframe to be considered admissible. * The amendment ensures consistency and legal certainty in the handling of appeals against judicial decisions regarding procedural costs.

The German parliament has passed an amendment to the Voluntary Jurisdiction Costs Act (GNotKG), clarifying the timeframe for filing appeals under Subsection 79(2) Sentence 2. The amended law stipulates that appeals against judicial decisions on procedural costs must be lodged within the period specified in the provision to be admissible.

This amendment addresses the need for clarity in the interpretation of the previous law, which left room for ambiguity regarding the timeframe for appeals. The revised provision provides a clear and standardized timeframe, ensuring legal certainty and consistency in the handling of appeals in such cases.

The amendment is expected to have a positive impact on the efficiency and fairness of the German legal system by providing a clear framework for filing appeals. It aligns with the principles of due process and ensures that both parties have ample opportunity to challenge judicial decisions regarding procedural costs.