Product details:
| ISBN13: | 9780198728962 |
| ISBN10: | 0198728964 |
| Binding: | Paperback |
| No. of pages: | 472 pages |
| Size: | 246x179x21 mm |
| Weight: | 718 g |
| Language: | English |
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Category:
International Criminal Law
Publisher: OUP Oxford
Date of Publication: 17 March 2016
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Short description:
Written by an outstanding scholar and teacher, this book clearly sets out the international criminal law framework. Features throughout the text are used to equip readers with the tools to consider and assess the current status of the law and encourage critical analysis of the latest debates affecting the subject area.
Long description:
This unique textbook provides an accessible introduction to a fascinating subject area. Written with student needs at its heart, innovative features such as 'Counterpoint' and 'Pause for reflection' boxes highlight current debates and areas worthy of more detailed analysis, providing students with the tools they need to develop their knowledge and start thinking critically about the law. Learning outcomes open each chapter, and are complemented by closing summaries to further support student understanding.
Structured in four parts, the book first sets out the key international law principles which assume special significance in relation to international criminal law before going on to consider international criminal tribunals, the prosecution of international crimes, and the 'core' international crimes which have been prosecuted to date. Finally, consideration is given to issues such as legal defences and immunities under international law.
Written by an outstanding scholar and teacher, this user-friendly text offers a unique approach to the subject area, making it the ideal choice for those new to the subject area.
Online Resource Centre
This book is accompanied by a free Online Resource Centre hosting links to key international law documents, additional material on the victims of crime, and updates on important developments within the subject area.
Admirably user-friendly, which significantly distinguishes it from other international criminal law textbooks ... The author is an excellent scholar who is widely respected in the field.
Structured in four parts, the book first sets out the key international law principles which assume special significance in relation to international criminal law before going on to consider international criminal tribunals, the prosecution of international crimes, and the 'core' international crimes which have been prosecuted to date. Finally, consideration is given to issues such as legal defences and immunities under international law.
Written by an outstanding scholar and teacher, this user-friendly text offers a unique approach to the subject area, making it the ideal choice for those new to the subject area.
Online Resource Centre
This book is accompanied by a free Online Resource Centre hosting links to key international law documents, additional material on the victims of crime, and updates on important developments within the subject area.
Admirably user-friendly, which significantly distinguishes it from other international criminal law textbooks ... The author is an excellent scholar who is widely respected in the field.
Table of Contents:
The sources of international criminal law
Principles of State jurisdiction
The prosecution of international crimes: The role of international and national courts and tribunals
Jurisdiction and structure of international criminal courts and tribunals
Investigations, prosecutions, evidence, and procedure
Fair trial rights, appeals, revision and enforcement of sentences
The elements of international crimes
War crimes
Crimes against humanity
Genocide
Aggression
Modes of participation in crimes and concurrence of crimes
Defences or grounds for excluding criminal responsibility
Jurisdictional immunities
Principles of State jurisdiction
The prosecution of international crimes: The role of international and national courts and tribunals
Jurisdiction and structure of international criminal courts and tribunals
Investigations, prosecutions, evidence, and procedure
Fair trial rights, appeals, revision and enforcement of sentences
The elements of international crimes
War crimes
Crimes against humanity
Genocide
Aggression
Modes of participation in crimes and concurrence of crimes
Defences or grounds for excluding criminal responsibility
Jurisdictional immunities
