EU Law I: Non-implemented Directive

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Non- or incorrectly implemented Directive

• Not implemented - direct effect when
  • Time-limit has expired
  • Clear and precise enough provision which the citizen can rely on and UNCONDITIONAL
  • Addressee only the MS
    • Principle of estoppel
    • No horizontal effect
    • Difference to Regulation

Possible Results

• Indirect effect
• State liability

Relevant Case Law

• Van Colson case
• Marleasing case

References & Links

Lecture Slides covering this topic

• Lecture 7

See also

• EU Law I: Directive
• Choice of legal instrument

• EU Law I
• Exam 2008