JOURNAL ARTICLE

The German Code of Crimes Against International Law at Twenty: Overview and Assessment of Modern 'German International Criminal Law'.

  • Published In: Journal of International Criminal Justice, 2023, v. 21, n. 4. P. 793 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Bock, Stefanie 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the German Code of Crimes Against International Law (CCAIL), which entered into force on 30 June 2002 to enable Germany to prosecute core international crimes—genocide, crimes against humanity, and war crimes—under the principle of universal jurisdiction, even when committed abroad without a direct link to Germany. Initially marked by reluctance and few prosecutions, Germany's approach evolved significantly, especially following the Syrian conflict, leading to prominent trials such as the Koblenz torture trial and the conviction of Taha Al-J. for genocide against the Yazidi community. The article also discusses structural investigations, challenges in trial management and communication with victims and affected societies, and recent legislative proposals aimed at improving transparency and outreach in German international criminal law proceedings.

Additional Information

  • Source:Journal of International Criminal Justice. 2023/09, Vol. 21, Issue 4, p793
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Law
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:1478-1387
  • DOI:10.1093/jicj/mqad041
  • Accession Number:175672133
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