Slovak Police to Create Specialized Unit for European Public Prosecutor's Office Cases

Slovakia's police force will establish a new centralized unit dedicated to handling criminal cases that fall under the jurisdiction of the European Public Prosecutor's Office. The decision stems from the need for highly specialized officers to manage these complex cases. The European Public Prosecutor's Office, established in 2017, has jurisdiction over crimes against the EU's financial interests, including fraud involving EU funds, corruption, and money laundering when they affect the EU budget. Slovak authorities recognized that investigating such cases requires officers with specific expertise in European law and cross-border criminal procedures, prompting the creation of this dedicated police unit.