Document background
The Cease and Desist Demand Letter is a critical legal instrument in Dutch business and civil practice, used when one party seeks to stop another party's allegedly unlawful activities. This document is typically employed in situations involving intellectual property infringement, breach of contract, unfair competition, privacy violations, or other civil wrongs under Dutch law. It serves as a formal warning and often precedes litigation, giving the recipient an opportunity to comply voluntarily before legal proceedings commence. The letter must be drafted in accordance with Dutch civil law principles and should include specific allegations, evidence, demands, and deadlines. While not mandatory by law, sending a Cease and Desist Demand Letter is considered good practice in the Netherlands and can demonstrate reasonable attempts at resolution before pursuing court action. The document can be crucial evidence in subsequent legal proceedings if the recipient fails to comply with the demands.
