An Examination of Crimes under the Jurisdiction of the International Criminal Court (ICC)
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.61438/bsrqj.v2i3.124Keywords:
International Criminal Court, genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes, crime of aggressionAbstract
The International Criminal Court (ICC) is an international judicial body established to investigate and prosecute individuals responsible for major international crimes, playing a significant role in delivering justice globally. International crimes are defined as acts that are so severe and widespread that they transcend domestic boundaries, posing a threat to international peace and security. Consequently, the importance of addressing such crimes becomes evident as it establishes the foundation for achieving global justice. In this context, the primary research question is which crimes fall under the jurisdiction of the ICC? The author's hypothesis posits that the ICC, as an international institution, seeks to fulfill justice within the framework of global justice. To address this question and explore the hypothesis, an analytical-explanatory methodology, in conjunction with library-based resources, was employed. The findings indicate that the ICC's jurisdiction over crimes such as genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes, and crimes of aggression enables it to contribute to international criminal justice by investigating and prosecuting those responsible, thereby addressing the impunity for these offenses. The ICC complements national judicial systems and intervenes only when countries are either unwilling or unable to prosecute these crimes.
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