JUDICIAL COOPERATION IN CRIMINAL MATTERS IN THE EUROPEAN UNION
JUDICIAL COOPERATION IN CRIMINAL MATTERS IN THE EUROPEAN UNION

Summary/Abstract: Judicial cooperation in criminal matters in the European Union is an essential element in strengthening the area of freedom, security and justice. In view of the abolition of internal borders and the increase in cross-border crime, Member States are working together to ensure the effective fight against crime. This cooperation is governed by a complex legislative framework, including treaties, directives and regulations. Judicial cooperation in criminal matters is fundamental to ensuring effective justice and the security of European Union citizens. Through its mechanisms, the EU succeeds in combating cross-border crime, protecting fundamental rights and building trust between Member States, thus contributing to a safer and better legally coordinated Union. This paper looks at the main mechanisms, institutions and challenges of judicial cooperation in criminal matters in the EU. Mechanisms such as Eurojust and the European Public Prosecutor's Office (EPPO) allow for better coordination of investigations and prosecutions, cutting red tape and speeding up the exchange of information between national authorities. This makes cross-border crime investigations faster and more efficient.

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