International Criminal Law, Corruption, and Law Enforcement

Special Tribunal for Lebanon Indicts Hassan Habib Merhi (October 10, 2013)

Author: 
Kathleen A. Doty

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International Criminal Court Pre-Trial Chamber Finds Case Against Al-Senussi Inadmissible (October 11, 2013)

Author: 
Kathleen A. Doty

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High School Curriculum

As the breadth of standardized examination requirements grows, international and human rights law is finding less and less room and nearly no mention in today’s high schools. To fill this gap, ASIL has created teaching modules modules designed for integration into existing history and civics curricula.

The Security Council and the Intervention Brigade: Some Legal Issues

Introduction

On March 28, 2013, the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) authorized an Intervention Brigade (the Brigade) - its "first-ever 'offensive' combat force" - to undertake military operations against armed groups in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).[1] This Insight describes some of the legal issues that arise from the Brigade's mandate.

The Resolution

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17
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15
Author: 
Bruce 'Ossie' Oswald
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Genocide and War Crimes in National Courts: the Conviction of Rios Montt in Guatemala and its Aftermath

Introduction

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17
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14
Author: 
Naomi Roht-Arriaza
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Will the WTO Finally Tackle Corruption in Public Purchasing? The Revised Agreement on Government Procurement

Introduction

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17
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11
Author: 
Krista Nadakavukaren Schefer
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International Law Issues in the Department of Justice White Paper on Targeted Killing

Introduction

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17
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8
Author: 
David Kaye
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The Law That Applies to Autonomous Weapon Systems

Introduction

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17
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4
Author: 
Jeffrey S. Thurnher
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Copenhagen Process Principles and Guidelines on the Handling of Detainees in International Military Operations

Introduction

On October 19, 2012, the Copenhagen Process on the Handling of Detainees in International Military Operations (€œthe Process) welcomed the adoption of the Copenhagen Process Principles and Guidelines (€œPrinciples and Guidelines€).[1] This Insight provides a brief background to the Process and the Principles and Guidelines and explains the significance of this development.

Background

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16
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39
Author: 
Bruce “Ossie” Oswald and Thomas Winkler
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