1The rogatory letters of courts and prosecution offices, addressed to foreign authorities for notifications and obtaining of evidence, shall be sent to the Ministry of Justice, which takes the measures to deliver them.
2When ascertaining that the security or other important interests of the State might be at risk, the Ministry, within thirty days from the receipt of the rogatory letter, decides not to proceed.
3The Ministry communicates to the proceeding authority that has presented the request, the date of its reception and delivery of the rogatory letter or the order not to proceed with the rogatory letter.
4In cases of urgency, the proceeding authority may order the direct delivery of the rogatory letter, informing the Ministry of Justice.
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