CIZ Advice: Appeal to the Amsterdam District Court after Objection

Living in Amsterdam and has your objection against a CIZ advice been rejected? You can lodge an appeal with the Amsterdam District Court, the administrative court for the Amsterdam district (Awb art. 8:1), within six weeks. Submit your notice of appeal to the Administrative Law Sector of the Amsterdam District Court at Prins Bernhardplein 200, together with copies of the CIZ advice and the objection decision. Attach new evidence, such as a second opinion from a doctor at an Amsterdam hospital like the AMC or OLVG. The judge reviews whether the CIZ has acted lawfully and organizes a hearing where both parties are heard, often in the monumental building at Piet Heinkade. A lawyer with experience in Amsterdam care law is strongly recommended, especially in complex Wmo or Zvw cases in the vibrant city. Apply timely for interim relief (Awb art. 8:81) to secure immediately the indication for intensive care (IZ) or double supplement, crucial in Amsterdam with long waiting lists at institutions like Cordaan or Amsta. The Amsterdam District Court usually issues a judgment within 12 weeks, after which appeal to the Council of State is possible. In the Amsterdam region, success rates are around 35% with solid substantiation using local medical records. Costs: court fee approximately €180 (2024 rate), often reimbursable via subsidized legal aid at the Amsterdam Legal Desk or a pro bono judge. This is the crucial legal step for Amsterdammers in need with CIZ decisions.