National tribunals
The country administers justice itself
National courts are the pillars of justice within each country, responsible for applying laws and delivering fair judgments for offenses ranging from civil disputes to the most serious crimes. Their functioning reflects the diversity of legal systems around the world and plays a central role in protecting citizens' rights, maintaining public order, and promoting justice. Justice Info covers the prosecutions and trials conducted before these national courts when they pertain to crimes under international law.
The “Azov” trial in Russia is down to 12 defendants in court
The “Azov” trial which began in Rostov-on-Don in June 2023 is the largest criminal case related to Ukrainian prisoners of war in Russia. In late August, the prosecution requested sentences ranging from 16 to 24 years for all accused, including two that were exchanged in 2022 and are tried in absentia. But by mid-September, it was […]
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