EU seeks common rights for criminal suspects
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The European Commission proposed new rules on Tuesday to ensure any European Union resident accused of a crime in another EU country is informed of their rights in a language they understand.
Under the proposal, officials would have to provide suspects with a letter of rights written in a language with which they are familiar. It would also have to be free of legal jargon. "It is not about changing the rules in the member states, it's about giving citizens rights when they travel, for legal certainty," said Justice Commissioner Viviane Reding. (Reuters)
