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Exchange of Information and Data Protection in Cross-border Criminal Proceedings in Europe

  • Useful tips for clear understanding of the availability principle, mutual recognition principle, internal security of the EU, European Information Exchange Model and related policy concepts
  • Structured and clear view on the added value of involving Eurojust, Europol, OLAF and competent networks in cross-border cases
  • Practical orientated explanations on the best use of EU information systems (Prüm, SIS-II, ECRIS), channels and tools (SIRENE, Swedish Council Decision, EAW, confiscation order) in fighting serious crime
  • Recommendations and guidance on how to ensure data integrity, data protection and data security in cross-border cases
  • Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras

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Table of contents (19 papers)

  1. Front Matter

    Pages i-xxvii
  2. Introduction

    1. Front Matter

      Pages 1-1
    2. Like Mushrooms After a Rainy Autumn Day

      • Ángeles Gutiérrez Zarza
      Pages 3-7
  3. European Policy and Legal Framework

    1. Front Matter

      Pages 9-9
    2. The Area of Freedom, Security and Justice of the EU

      • Ángeles Gutiérrez Zarza
      Pages 11-54
  4. Eurojust, Europol and OLAF. EU Networks for Administrative, Police and Judicial Cooperation on Criminal Matters

    1. Front Matter

      Pages 55-55
    2. Eurojust

      • Ángeles Gutiérrez Zarza
      Pages 57-90
    3. Europol

      • Ángeles Gutiérrez Zarza
      Pages 91-98
    4. The European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF)

      • Ángeles Gutiérrez Zarza
      Pages 99-106
  5. Exchange of Information and Cooperation Between the Member States

    1. Front Matter

      Pages 115-115
    2. EU Information Systems and Databases

      • Ángeles Gutiérrez Zarza
      Pages 117-139
    3. Exchange of Information with Third States

      • Ángeles Gutiérrez Zarza
      Pages 165-174
  6. New Developments

    1. Front Matter

      Pages 175-175
    2. Future Developments of the JHA Area

      • Ángeles Gutiérrez Zarza
      Pages 177-179
    3. The Eurojust Draft Regulation: Ten Relevant Points

      • Ángeles Gutiérrez Zarza
      Pages 181-192

About this book

In the past 10 years, the Member States of the European Union (EU) have intensified their exchange of information for the purposes of preventing and combating serious cross-border crime, as manifested in three main aspects.

Firstly, there is a need to ensure the practical application of innovative principles (availability, mutual recognition) and concepts (Information Management Strategy, European Information Exchange Model) for tackling criminal organisations and networks that threaten the Internal Security of the EU.

Secondly, there has been a gradual consolidation of EU agencies and bodies (Eurojust, Europol) aimed at promoting cooperation and dialogue among law enforcement officials and judicial authorities responsible for preventing and combating drug trafficking, trafficking in human beings, child pornography, and other serious trans-national offences.

Thirdly, important EU information systems and databases (Prüm, SIS-II, ECRIS) have been created, enabling law enforcement and judicial authorities to gain access to essential information on criminal phenomena and organisations.                                                              

Pursuing a practice-orientated approach, this work provides comprehensive coverage of all these measures, as well as the applicable rules governing data quality, data protection and data security. It is especially intended for law enforcement and judicial authorities who need to develop the appropriate expertise for the practical application of the above-mentioned principles. It also offers a solid basis of practical training material for police training centres and judicial schools.

Editors and Affiliations

  • The Hague, The Netherlands

    Ángeles Gutiérrez Zarza

About the editor

Professor Gutiérrez Zarza is Professor of Criminal Proceedings at the Faculty of Law of Toledo and Legal Officer at Eurojust.

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