2010
DOI: 10.1007/s10611-009-9229-6
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Shedding the blanket of immunity: a commentary on the global principle of ending impunity, realpolitik, and legal precedent

Abstract: Over the course of the past two decades, there have been attempts by governments and the international political community to limit the scope of immunity granted to heads of states. Nevertheless in recent years we have witnessed former heads of state being brought to justice through ad hoc international criminal tribunals and the permanent International Criminal Court. Yet, head of state immunity remains one of the leading points of contention in international law. The issue is further compounded with the mult… Show more

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