'This updated, new edition of William Schabas' Introduction to the International Criminal Court is a must for everyone interested in international criminal law and international law in general. This book is essential to both non-specialists and scholars.' Juan Manuel Portilla, Professor of International Law, National University of Mexico
1. Creation of the Court; 2. The Court becomes operational; 3. Jurisdiction; 4. Triggering the jurisdiction; 5. Admissibility; 6. General principles of criminal law; 7. Investigation and pre-trial procedure; 8. Trial and appeal; 9. Punishment; 10. Victims of crimes and their concerns; 11. Structure and administration of the Court; Appendices; Bibliography; Index.