The Position of Heads of State and Senior Officials in International Law by Joan

by Joanne Foakes

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The Position of Heads of State and Senior Officials in International Law by Joanne Foakes Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Hardcover Condition Brand New Description A comprehensive and in-depth study of the legal position in r s1rnational law of heads of state, heads of government and other senior state officials, this book analyses relevant treaties, case law, and custom to set out the law in this area and provide practical guidance. Publisher Description The legal position in international law of heads of states and other senior state representatives is at the heart of the conflict thrown up by recent changes in the international legal order. The establishment of the International Criminal Court and the ad hoc criminal tribunals reflects a growing belief that heads of states and other senior state representatives should be held accountable for serious violations of international law. It is now questioned whetherforeign states and their officials still have immunity from proceedings concerning grave human rights abuses in national book provides a comprehensive treatment of thiskey issue, covering both civil and criminal proceedings before domestic courts and the position before international courts and tribunals. The positions of both serving and former heads of states are examined and, where appropriate, so is that of their family members. The wide variety of constitutional forms and titles enjoyed by heads of states and senior state representatives is considere

• Publisher: Oxford University Press, Incorporated
• Year: 2014
• Binding: Hardcover
• ISBN: 9780199640287
• Condition: Fine

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