Multilayered Structures of International Criminal Law

This book discusses the multilayered legal structures concerning the regulation of crimes under international law. It covers both core crimes and other types of crime under international law, and examines relevant substantive and procedural rules alike. Pursuing such a comprehensive approach is essential to understanding the basic frameworks of international criminal law, since the varied perspectives on international crimes are connected to different systems of enforcement. Being aware of this interrelatedness is conducive to an in-depth examination of individual topics in both substantive and procedural aspects. On the basis of such an inquiry, this book concisely provides a systematic overview of international criminal law.

Presents a comprehensive analysis of regulation of crimes under international law Concisely presents the general frameworks of international criminal law Discusses key dynamics with regard to the enforcement of international criminal law

Autorentext

Hiromi Sato is Profesor of International Law and International Criminal Law at the National Defense Academy of Japan.

Inhalt
1 Introduction.- 2 Substantive Law in the Direct Enforcement System.- 3 Direct Enforcement of International Criminal Law.- 4 Substantive Law in the Indirect Enforcement System.- 5 Indirect Enforcement of International Criminal Law.- 6. Direct Enforcement of International Criminal Law and the Problem of Selectivity.- 7. Obligation to Prosecute and Transitional Justice in Indirect Enforcement.