New European directive strengthens rights and protection of crime victims
30 Jun 2026
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Who is affected:
Crime victims, public administrations, legal operators and support services in the EU
Summary
The EU updates minimum protection standards for crime victims, improving their access to information, support and participation in judicial proceedings. It affects all Member States, which must adapt their legislation.
Detailed analysis
PRO
Directive 2026/1472 amends Directive 2012/29/EU to strengthen the rights of crime victims throughout the EU, updating minimum standards on information, psychological and legal support, and participation in criminal proceedings. Improvements are introduced in the individual assessment of protection needs, especially for…
Full official title
CELEX:32026L1472: Directiva (UE) 2026/1472 del Parlamento Europeo y del Consejo, de 17 de junio de 2026, por la que se modifica la Directiva 2012/29/UE, por la que se establecen normas mínimas sobre los derechos, el apoyo y la protección de las víctimas de delitos, y por la que se sustituye la Decisión marco 2001/220/JAI del Consejo