Legal Definitions - European law

European law refers to the legal system that governs the European Union and its member states. It includes:

1. The laws created by the European Union itself
2. The conventions of the Council of Europe, such as the European Convention on Human Rights
3. All the laws in effect in Europe, including those of European organizations, NATO, and bilateral/multilateral conventions

For example, the European Union has laws that regulate trade between member states, protect the environment, and ensure the free movement of people and goods. The European Convention on Human Rights protects fundamental rights and freedoms, such as the right to a fair trial and freedom of expression. NATO has agreements on defense and security cooperation among its member countries.

These examples illustrate how European law covers a wide range of legal areas and applies to various organizations and countries in Europe.