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Rights, support and protection of victims of crime

TA-10-2026-0188 · P10_TA(2026)0188 · PE756.047

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Parliament's amended version of the proposed directive updates EU rules on victims' rights, support and protection, replacing the 2001 Framework Decision. It strengthens minimum standards for all victims of crime, including access to information, support services and protection measures.

Key points

  1. The directive amends Directive 2012/29/EU to set higher minimum standards for victims' rights, support and protection.
  2. It replaces Council Framework Decision 2001/220/JHA, consolidating EU law on victims of crime.
  3. Member states must ensure victims receive timely and tailored information about their rights and available support.
  4. Victims have the right to access specialist support services, including psychological and emotional assistance.
  5. Protection measures must be available based on individual risk assessments, especially for vulnerable victims.
  6. The directive requires training for professionals who come into contact with victims to improve response and care.
  7. It mandates cooperation between member states to ensure victims' rights apply across borders.

Who is affected

  • Victims of crime in the EU, who gain stronger rights to information, support and protection.
  • Member states, which must implement the new minimum standards in national law.
  • Support services and professionals dealing with victims, who face new requirements.

Legal basis: Article 82(2), point (c) of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union