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The European Commission is currently reviewing two existing EU measures designed to support victims of crime: Council Directive relating to compensation to (cross-border) crime victims 2004/80/EC and the complementary Framework Decision 2001/220/JHA on the standing of victims in criminal proceedings. The Commission is expected to launch a public consultation this Spring, with all options open, including possible new EU legislation.
The European Commission is currently reviewing two existing EU measures designed to support victims of crime: Council Directive relating to compensation to (cross-border) crime victims 2004/80/EC and the complementary Framework Decision 2001/220/JHA on the standing of victims in criminal proceedings. The Commission is expected to launch a public consultation this Spring, with all options open, including possible new EU legislation.
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