This Directive shall apply to matters of a civil or commercial nature with cross-border implications brought in civil proceedings, including procedures for interim and precautionary measures and counteractions, whatever the nature of the court or tribunal. It shall not extend, in particular, to revenue, customs or administrative matters or the liability of the state for acts and omissions in the exercise of state authority ( acta iure imperii ). This Directive shall not apply to criminal matters or arbitration and shall be without prejudice to criminal procedural law.
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CitationArticle 2 of Directive (EU) 2024/1069 (LawPlayer, data as of 2026-07-04)
