Question juridique clé
Whether the objection to the penalty order was filed in time despite the defendant's absence abroad.
Solution extraite
The objection was untimely because the defendant knew about the criminal proceedings, had to expect service, and failed to notify the prosecutor's office of her absence in time.
Motifs extraits
Once aware of the proceedings and of the need to stay available, she had a duty to inform the prosecuting authority promptly of absences. Her late written notice reached the authority only after she had already left, so it could not prevent the missed service. A prolonged stay abroad does not extend objection deadlines via postal retention.