Fall 2009 Course Schedule

International Criminal Law (LAW-850-001)
Kittrie

Meets: 06:00 PM - 07:50 PM (W) - Room 526

Enrolled: 15 / Limit: 22

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Notices

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Description

Surveys both substantive and procedural aspects of international and transnational criminal law. Examines historical origins as well as contemporary trends in the development of international crimes. Identifies the elements of major offenses including piracy, slavery, drug trafficking, terrorism, war crimes, environmental pollution, money laundering, genocide, and aircraft hijacking and explores the incorporation of international criminal law in domestic codes. Students examine the jurisdictional and enforcement responsibilities of international, transnational, and national agencies and tribunals. An overview of international and national enforcement mechanisms and techniques and of the procedures affecting the rights of offen ders and victims is included.

Textbooks and Other Materials

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Kittrie, et.al. “International and Transnational Crimes and Punishments (2009) – Students to purchase from Course Packet Distribution Center; Handout-Peter Malanczuk, “Modern Introduction to International Law” (1997 ed.)

First Class Readings

For the 1st and 2nd class meetings, READ: Peter Malanczuk, "Akehursts: Modern Introduction to International Law," (London, Routledge, 1999), pp. 1-62. (NOTE: This reading assignment is available for download as a .pdf file from the Course Documents section of webpage for this course.)