Universal Jurisdiction Panel Event Series: Participation and Representation of Victims in Universal Jurisdiction Cases  – Bar Human Rights Committee of England & Wales

Universal Jurisdiction Panel Event Series: Participation and Representation of Victims in Universal Jurisdiction Cases  – Bar Human Rights Committee of England & Wales

Universal jurisdiction refers to the prosecution of individuals accused of committing atrocity crimes —regardless of where the crimes occurred or the nationality of the alleged perpetrators. This principle offers a broader avenue for holding individuals accountable for serious offences compared to traditional legal processes. In recent years, there has been a renewed interest among various stakeholders in using universal jurisdiction as a means …