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Rayner my parade! The importance of specialist advice.
Jemma Brimblecombe
13 August 2015
Extradition of Rwandan General halted – why didn’t ‘universal jurisdiction’ apply?
The extradition of Rwandan General Karake was halted this week when the European Arrest Warrant for him was dismissed – Michael Caplan QC examines the issues thrown up by this case and the complex world of universal jurisdiction.
3 August 2015
International Criminal Law – A month in review – July 2015
A summary of the significant International Criminal Law developments in July from around the world.
30 July 2015
Extradition under review: Home Office responds to Lords
As the country’s only extradition court is reportedly as on the verge of “collapse”, we review the Home Office’s response to recommendations from the Lords on extradition.
23 July 2015
What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas – unless you get extradited to stand trial there
Wimbledon, Proms in the Park and rain soaked jugs of Pimms at well intentioned barbeques – there are some things you can bank on in a British summer. Uninterrupted sunshine, however, is sadly not on the list and many of us will be counting down the days until our trip abroad to ensure we soak up some well needed vitamin D.
23 July 2015
The arrest of General Karake – implications for the exercise of universal jurisdiction
The case of Karenzi Karake, head of Rwanda’s intelligence services, will have significant legal and political consequences. The case is fraught with complications and illustrates the difficulties inherent in the exercise of universal jurisdiction.