A new Eurojust Regulation, proposed by the European Commission in June, would give the Agency a stronger mandate, ensuring that national authorities can continue to rely on its support and expertise in complex cross-border investigations. On the Proposal for a Regulation, the Executive Vice-President highlighted that a stronger Eurojust is essential to ensuring that law enforcement action is effectively followed up through the justice system.”

During today’s meeting, Eurojust President Michael Schmid and Administrative Director Vincent Jamin presented the many ways in which the Agency supports complex cross-border investigations. With more than 13,000 cases handled each year, Eurojust is at the forefront of the fight against the threats Europe currently faces, including new forms of cybercrime, hybrid threats and drug trafficking.

Executive Vice-President Virkkunen also discussed the new EU e-evidence package, which came into effect in August this year. The new legislation makes it easier and faster for law enforcement and judicial authorities to obtain the electronic evidence they need to investigate and, ultimately, prosecute criminals. Eurojust’s unique position and expertise in judicial cooperation play a key role in ensuring that national authorities are prepared for the new legislation. The Agency supports authorities in implementing the two new judicial cooperation instruments: the European Production Order and the European Preservation Order.