Traumatised Witnesses in International Criminal Trials

ISBN-13: 9781032441979 / Twarda / 2024 / 264 str.

Suzanne Schot

Opis

This book focuses on the testimonial evidence of traumatised witnesses in trials of international crimes. It analyses transcripts of proceedings and case law of the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia, the International Criminal Court, and Dutch courts prosecuting international crimes.

Recenzje

'In her groundbreaking book Traumatised Witnesses in International Criminal Trials, Suzanne Schot examines the process by which international criminal courts select, present, and assess the testimony of traumatised witnesses. Meticulously researched and brimming with practical advice for investigators, prosecutors, and judges, the book argues that a balance must be found—and guidelines established—that respect the psycho-social needs of traumatised witnesses, the rights of the accused, and the need to establish certain facts relevant to the proceedings. It is a book that is long overdue.'

Eric Stover, Co-Faculty Director, Human Rights Center, University of California, Berkeley School of Law

Spis treści

1. Introduction;  2. Remembering Trauma: A Focus on International Crimes;  3. From Memory to Testimony: Becoming a Witness in Criminal Proceedings;  4. Trauma and Preparing Witnesses for Testifying about International Crimes;  5. Protecting Traumatised Witnesses during Testimony: Unavoidable Confrontation?  6. The Complexity of Putting Trauma into Words: Challenging the Scope of Testimony;  7. On the Edge of Reason? Identifying and Assessing the Effects of Trauma on Testimonial Evidence;  8. Conclusion

O autorze

Suzanne Schot is an Assistant Professor of International Criminal Law at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, the Netherlands.