 Again, this is subject to exceptions where state deprivation of private possessions is in the general or public interest, is in accordance with law, and, in particular, to secure payment of taxes.Settled case-law of ECHR provides that just compensation has to be paid in cases of expropriation.In France, the Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen similarly mandates just and preliminary compensation before expropriation; and a is commonly required, to demonstrate a public benefit.