Possession of Such Image Material Will Be Punished From Now On - Legal Amendments Coming Into Force Soon
Finland's Ministry of Justice announces new legal amendments that criminalize the possession of violent and child sexual abuse imagery, set to take effect in April.
Russia Plans Legal Amendments for Military Deployment in Other Countries 'to Protect Citizens' Rights'
The Russian government has proposed a bill to allow military deployment in foreign countries to protect Russian citizens arrested or persecuted based on foreign legal decisions.
Stronger Penalties for Attacks on Emergency Medical Personnel
Latvia's Saeima has approved legal amendments imposing harsher penalties for assaults on Emergency Medical Service (NMPD) workers, equating such attacks to those on state officials.
The Ministry of Justice wants to make it more difficult for the prosecution to go to the Supreme Court
The Estonian Ministry of Justice has proposed amendments to the prosecution law aimed at making the process of appealing district court decisions to the Supreme Court less automatic.
The state reduces prosecutors' independence due to police chiefs' criminal case
The Estonian Ministry of Justice and Digitalisation is proposing amendments to the Prosecutor's Office Act that will limit the ability of prosecutors to appeal cases to the Supreme Court, as a response to the criminal cases involving police leaders.
From April, unemployment benefits can only be received if there are no income
Starting April, individuals receiving unemployment benefits in Latvia must not have any income to maintain their eligibility under new legal amendments.
The Constitutional Court criticizes the way Ayuso's Government changed the law to control Telemadrid
The Constitutional Court of Spain ruled that the Ayuso government violated the political rights of the opposition when it changed the law governing Telemadrid without allowing amendments.
Speeding Up Retirement Pension Reform Including Introduction of Fund-Type System... Legal Revision Within Year
The South Korean government plans to accelerate reforms of the retirement pension system, including the introduction of a fund-type system, with legal amendments expected by the end of the year.
Plans to Punish Attacks on EMTs as Against State Officials, Decides Commission
A commission in Latvia has endorsed legal amendments that equate attacks on emergency medical service workers with attacks on state officials, aimed at increasing their protection.
Legal amendment gives police a clear basis to provide life-saving assistance in critical situations
The Estonian Ministry of the Interior has proposed amendments to the law that would clarify the legal grounds for police officers to provide life-saving assistance in emergency situations.
LRT journalists: proposed legislative amendments may harm the broadcaster's independence
LRT journalists are concerned that proposed legal amendments could undermine the independence of Lithuania's public broadcaster.
Finland plans to abandon the ban on deploying nuclear weapons on its territory
Finland is considering legal amendments to allow the deployment and storage of nuclear weapons in light of changing European security dynamics.
LIVE: Explaining the amendments to the divorce process before a sworn notary
A press conference discusses new legal amendments impacting divorce proceedings in Latvia, emphasizing child protection and parental responsibility.
Government - for fighting on the side of hostile states abroad, criminalizing sabotage
The Lithuanian government plans to introduce legal amendments regarding criminal liability for citizens who participate in armed conflicts abroad against states undermining another country's sovereignty, with discussions expected in the upcoming spring session of the Seimas.
Proposed amendment to the law would allow the use of e-consultation for planned psychiatric treatment
Upcoming legal amendments in Estonia aim to expand the use of e-consultations for planned psychiatric care, potentially improving communication among healthcare professionals.
Chairperson of the Seimas Education Committee: the situation in Alytus reveals systemic gaps, legal amendments are needed
The chairperson of the Seimas Education Committee has highlighted the need for legal amendments to address systemic issues related to teacher protections and emotional well-being in Alytus.
Tens of thousands of Budget Direct customers overcharged, ASIC alleges
ASIC is pursuing legal action against Budget Direct for allegedly overcharging approximately 39,000 customers who lost online discounts due to policy amendments.
V. Aleknaviฤienฤ: I think the proposed amendments to the LRT Law are certainly better at this time
Minister V. Aleknaviฤienฤ expressed that the current proposed amendments to the LRT Law are an improvement, emphasizing the collaborative efforts of various specialists.
Remote trials not only at the request of the prosecutor. The bill is nearing completion
Poland is considering amendments to legal procedures that would expand the possibility of remote participation in criminal trials, currently limited mainly to prosecutors and specific cases.
Debate on Amendment to the Crime of Distortion of Law... Decision Made by Raise of Hands in Party Assembly
The Democratic Party of Korea debated amendments to a bill regarding the distortion of law, leading to a decision through a hand vote amid concerns over potential unconstitutional implications.
The Constitutional Court aims to make itself more accessible to socially disadvantaged individuals
Proposed amendments will allow state-funded legal assistance in constitutional court proceedings to be accessed at the stage of preparing constitutional complaints, making the court more accessible to socially disadvantaged people.
Making Access to the Constitutional Court More Accessible for Socially Vulnerable Groups
Proposed amendments aim to ensure that state-provided legal assistance in constitutional court processes is available at the initial stages of complaint preparation, enhancing accessibility for socially vulnerable individuals.
New Crime for Parliamentary Vote: Possession of Such Images May Lead to Conviction in the Future
Finland's Parliamentary Legal Committee unanimously supports proposed amendments to the criminal code targeting the possession of violent and child sexual abuse images.
Allowing evidence from phone taps in investigations - amendments to the law being prepared in the Saeima
Latvia's Saeima is preparing legal amendments to permit the use of evidence obtained from phone taps in investigations, which has raised concerns over privacy and ethical implications.
Federal Delegates Want to Change the Law to Request the Suspicions of Authorities and Cite the Master Case
Federal Police delegates in Brazil are seeking legal amendments to allow them to request the disqualification of authorities involved in a high-profile case.
Amendments to the Road Usage Fee Law Will Soon Come into Force. What Should Be Taken Into Account?
Amendments to Latvia's Road Usage Fee Law will take effect on March 1, detailing changes in rates and the scope of applicable roads.
Proposed Amendments to the Penal Code Favorable to a Doctor Awaiting Sentencing for Drug Handling
Proposed amendments to Lithuania's Penal Code could lead to a more lenient sentence for biomedicine doctorate Ada Darinskas, who has connections to a well-known figure in the local business community, as stated by a legal committee official.
The Saeima Committee Opposes Amendments to Criminalize Cartels
The Saeima Legal Committee in Latvia has rejected proposed amendments aimed at making individuals liable for cartel participation in public procurement.
Human Rights Watch criticizes European legal amendments that threaten the right to seek asylum
Human Rights Watch has condemned European Parliament votes on new asylum rules, arguing they jeopardize the right to seek asylum in the EU.
โControversy Over Exclusive Coverage of Winter Olympicsโ at the National Assemblyโฆ Broadcasting Committee Chairman Expresses Regret Over Viewing Rights Restrictions
The chairman of the Broadcasting and Communications Committee expressed regret over the limitation of citizens' viewing rights regarding JTBC's exclusive coverage of the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, indicating plans for legal amendments to prevent national dissatisfaction from occurring.
How the state can take over your property
Proposed amendments to Finland's existing expropriation law would allow the government to seize properties in urgent situations without voluntary negotiations.
The trade union calls to reject amendments that would weaken employee protection
The Latvian trade union LAKRS is urging the Saeima to reject amendments to the Labor Law that they believe would significantly undermine employee legal protections.
The party led by the Prime Minister of Poland wants to introduce penalties for desecrating the European Union flag
The political party representing the Polish Prime Minister aims to establish legal protections for the EU flag, reviving a legislative initiative similar to one proposed in 2019 by a now-defunct party, with minor amendments.
Early Morning Deliveries from Large Supermarkets: Will They Open the Floodgates?
The government and ruling party are discussing legal amendments to allow early morning deliveries from large supermarkets, aiming to address concerns over the dominance of online platforms like Coupang, despite potential backlash from small businesses.
Regarding security, doubts even from La Russa then the government's approval for corrections from the Quirinal
The Italian government, facing doubts about restrictive security laws, eventually approves amendments following discussions between President Sergio Mattarella and other officials.
President's Legal Advisor: The Church Law is Now Formulated More Precisely
The Supreme Court is considering the President's request to declare amendments to the Church and Congregations Law unconstitutional, as the President believes it disproportionately restricts freedom of association and religion.
The Commission Supports Penalties for Distributing Intimate Material Without Consent
The Saeima's Legal Commission approved amendments to the Criminal Code to criminalize the distribution of intimate materials without the consent of the individuals depicted.
Paramedics consider government plans for protecting rescue workers to be 'not very effective'
The German professional association for emergency services doubts the effectiveness of government plans aimed at protecting rescue workers, questioning the proposed legal amendments intended to increase penalties for assaults on them.
Government sources on the potential sale of F-35s to Turkey: Two legal obstacles prohibit the sale of defense material to Turkey
Government sources indicate that two legal barriers, primarily related to the S-400 sanctions and required amendments in U.S. legislation with Congressional cooperation, obstruct the potential sale of F-35 fighter jets to Turkey.
Abolition of Discriminatory Provisions of the Personal Assistance Law: Piletiฤ Explained What Follows
The government passed amendments to the Personal Assistance Law, following a Constitutional Court decision that abolished discriminatory provisions, ensuring children under 18 will receive personal assistance services.