Brussels, 09/01/2015 (Agence Europe) - The European rules on victim protection, organising the mutual recognition of restraining, protection and barring orders, enter into force on Sunday 11 January, the European Commission stated in a press release.
“As of this Sunday, victims of violence - notably those who have suffered domestic violence or stalking - will be able to guarantee themselves better protection in any EU member state. The new rules mean that restraining, protection and barring orders issued in one member state are now quickly and easily recognisable across the EU through simple certification”.
Any citizen who has suffered domestic abuse will now be able to feel safe to travel outside their home country, by simply transferring the order that protects them from the offender. Previously, victims would have to go through complex procedures to get their protection recognised in other EU member states, and enter a separate procedure for certification in each country. (SP)