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Judicial cooperation measure

A. EIO/ MLA MEASURES

  • Information and documents (A.20 - A.24)
  • A.20 Spontaneous exchange of information
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Measure Implementation

Is this measure possible in your Member State under International Judicial Cooperation?

The spontaneous exchange of information usually takes place during the investigation of offences. These exchanges of information generally take place on a police-to-police basis prior to arrest.

Legal Framework

International legal framework applicable for this measure in your Member State

International legal framework applicable for this measure in your Member State In the context of spontaneous exchange of information, the question of a mutual assistance request does not arise.

Competent Authority

* receive the request/decision for judicial cooperation

* receive the request/decision for judicial cooperation Prosecution Service/Police/Revenue. The Garda Commissioner (Police Chief), where the information is required for information/intelligence purposes only or the Minister for Justice, where it is required for use as evidence. If the information given is subsequently required for use as evidence a formal request to the Central Authority must be made. The practical procedures for the execution of this measure are made by An Garda Síochána (Irish Police Force).

Accepted languages

Accepted languages for the request/decision

English/Irish

Execution deadline

Deadlines for the execution of the request/decision (where applicable)

N/A

Concise legal practical information

Special requirements

Normal procedure is to provide English translations of all documents.

Last reviewed on 25 January 2023 by EJN Secretariat

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