Richard Dicker
Richard Dicker
concerns court ensure fair fix grave guarantees judges late law problems provide required steps trial
We have grave concerns that the court will not provide the fair trial guarantees required by international law, ... But it's not too late for the tribunal's judges to fix some of these problems if they take steps to ensure a fair trial.
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We think there is a certainly a credible basis for this investigation by the tribunal given the facts that we have gathered.
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To minimize the risks involved, the court must make sure the lawyers it appoints mount a vigorous defense.
commitment community delay prolonged questions raise state step urgent
There is an urgent need for a state to step forward. A prolonged delay would raise real questions about the commitment of the international community to international justice.
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The people of northern Uganda have long suffered terrible abuses without any chance of redress, ... With today's arrest warrants, the ICC has opened the door for justice to be done.
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The proceedings must be fair and be seen to be fair, and that means ensuing that the accused can vigorously defend themselves.
adequate allow carefully defense including judges motions requests respond submitted time
We will look very carefully at how the judges respond to motions submitted by the defense, including requests for more time to allow adequate preparation.