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Final Report on EJN Peer Evaluation
At the end of March 2021, the EJN published the final report outlining the outcome of its peer evaluation. The peer evaluation is based on contributions and input from the EJN contact points in the EU Member States, EU candidate countries, and EJN-associated countries. …
Published 4 years, 10 months ago
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AG: Bulgaria Not Allowed to Issue EIOs
AG Michal Bobek recommends that the CJEU decide that Bulgarian authorities cannot issue European Investigation Orders (EIOs) unless Bulgaria introduces remedies against investigative measures. It is the second time that the CJEU is addressed in the specific case (criminal proceedings against Ivan Gavanozov).
Published 4 years, 10 months ago
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CJEU Clarifies Scope of Ne Bis in Idem Principle Involving Sentences by Third Countries
On 29 April 2021, the CJEUdelivered a judgment on interpretation of Art. 4(5) of the Framework Decision on the European Arrest Warrant (FD EAW) for the first time. It also decided that convictions combined with leniency measures in third countries can be a ground for refusing the execution of an EAW.
Published 4 years, 10 months ago
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Launch of the Digital Platform “Conference on the Future of Europe”
19 April 2021 marked the launch of the multilingual digital platform “Conference on the Future of Europe.” It provides a unique opportunity for European citizens to engage in the debate about the future of Europe and to exchange views with experts and EU …
Published 4 years, 10 months ago
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EDPS Comments on Commission’s Artificial Intelligence Act Proposal
In a press release dated 23 April 2021, the European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS), Wojciech Wiewiórowski, welcomed the Commission’s proposal for a new regulation laying down harmonised rules on artificial intelligence (Artificial Intelligence Act – → separate news item). The EDPS especially recognised …
Published 4 years, 10 months ago
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Commission Proposes Artificial Intelligence Act
On 21 April 2021, the Commission tabled a proposal for a regulation laying down harmonised rules on artificial intelligence (AI). Following the Commission’s White Paper on AI from 2020 (→ eucrim 1/2020, 8-9) and in a new step aiming to turn Europe into the …
Published 4 years, 10 months ago
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Protocol No. 15 to the ECHR Enters into Force
On 21 April 2021, Italy deposited its instrument of ratification of Protocol No. 15 amending the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR), thereby bringing the Protocol into force for all CoE member states with effect from 1 August 2021.Protocol No. 15 adds a new …
Published 4 years, 10 months ago
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Ambiguous Position of Italian Constitutional Court on Life Imprisonment
On 15 April 2021, the Italian Constitutional Court ruled on the constitutionality of life imprisonment. The main issue concerned the possibility of granting release on licence to convicted criminals sentenced to life imprisonment for very severe offences.
Published 4 years, 10 months ago
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Commission Consults Public on New EU Police Cooperation Code
The European Commission's work on a European code for cross-border police cooperation is gaining momentum. The idea was presented for the first time in the framework of the EU Security Strategy, which was presented in July 2020 (→ eucrim 2/2020, 71-72). As part of the …
Published 4 years, 11 months ago
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Brexit: EP Formally Approves TCA and Requests its Involvement in Implementation
On 27 April 2021, the EP consented to the EU-UK Trade and Cooperation Agreements. This formal approval paves the way for the agreement to enter into force permanently on 1 May 2021. In an accompanying resolution, the EP assesses in detail the different chapters and topics of the TCA and highlights several issues regarding future cooperation in justice and home affairs and the protection of the EU's financial interests.
Published 4 years, 11 months ago