Wijziging van het Wetboek van Burgerlijke Rechtsvordering ter implementatie van Richtlijn (EU) 2024/1069 betreffende bescherming van bij publieke participatie betrokken personen tegen kennelijk ongegronde vorderingen of misbruik van procesrecht (‘strategische rechtszaken tegen publieke participatie’)

This procedure aims to implement an EU directive designed to protect individuals involved in public participation from baseless lawsuits or abuse of legal processes. These 'strategic lawsuits against public participation' (SLAPPs) can stifle free speech and democratic engagement. The changes will affect individuals and organisations participating in public life, ensuring they have better legal recourse against vexatious litigation. This aims to safeguard democratic processes and freedom of expression.