The European Union As an Area of Freedom, Security and Justice

Book Details

• Author: Maria Fletcher

• Brand: Routledge

• Edition: 1

• Binding: Paperback

• ISBN: 9780367193454

• Number of Pages: 517

• Release Date: 10-01-2018

• Languages: English

• Package Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.1 x 1.1 inches

About the Book

"The European Union as an Area of Freedom, Security and Justice" edited by Maria Fletcher presents a collection of insightful essays on the European Union’s Area of Freedom, Security, and Justice (AFSJ). This area has become increasingly significant in contemporary EU law and legislation, shaping some of the most important and contentious constitutional questions in EU law. The book features a foreword by the President of the Court of Justice of the European Union, Prof. Dr. Koen Lenaerts.

The AFSJ covers a range of issues, from crime and security to border control, civil law cooperation, and governance. This book explores these topics through the work of key thinkers in the field and provides a comprehensive analysis of the merger between AFSJ and mainstream EU law. It highlights important themes such as:

• The complex relationship between crime, security, and border control in the EU.

• The dynamics of civil law cooperation.

• Governance challenges such as variable geometry and institutional dynamics.

• Constitutional issues related to data protection, secrecy, and surveillance.

In the concluding section, the book discusses how the various facets of the AFSJ can be understood within the broader EU legal system, while also identifying potential future research directions.

This collection is invaluable for students and scholars of European law and politics, providing a timely and in-depth analysis of the evolving role of the AFSJ in shaping the EU's legal and constitutional framework. Whether you're interested in EU governance, security, or civil liberties, this book offers a profound exploration of the subject.