The International Criminal Court
The International Criminal Court is a significant international judicial institution established in 2002, prosecuting individuals for serious international crimes including genocide and war crimes.
Providing the first permanent international court capable of prosecuting individuals for humanity's most serious crimes, this institution built on precedents established by earlier ad hoc war crimes tribunals.
Prosecuting Serious International Crimes
The International Criminal Court prosecutes individuals for serious international crimes, including genocide and war crimes, holding perpetrators accountable.
Established in 2002
The court was established in 2002, creating the first permanent international judicial institution of its specific kind.
Building on Earlier Tribunal Precedents
The court built significantly on precedents established by earlier ad hoc war crimes tribunals, including those addressing specific historical conflicts.
A Significant but Contested Institution
The International Criminal Court remains a significant though sometimes contested institution, facing questions about universal jurisdiction and enforcement capability.
