Universal jurisdiction
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Universal jurisdiction allows states or international organizations to claim criminal jurisdiction over an accused person regardless of where the alleged crime was committed, and regardless of the accused's nationality, country of residence, or any other relation with the prosecuting entity. Crimes prosecuted under universal jurisdiction are considered crimes against all, too serious to tolerate jurisdictional arbitrage.
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See also
- Actio popularis
- Hostis humani generis
- Jurisdiction of the International Court of Justice
- Rule of Law in Armed Conflicts Project (RULAC)
- Targeted killing
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