Richard Dicker
Richard Dicker
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I think indeed that these trials need to be conducted on a more focused basis than the Milosevic trial was. Of necessity, some of these criminal trials will not be able to tell anywhere near the full story of what happened.
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I think we need to dial down our expectations of the history-telling functions of these trials.
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I think there is a danger ... of this spinning out of control,
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I think there have been real difficulties and problems in the Milosevic trial. What will be important is the evidence that was presented to indicate the motivation and intent of Milosevic.
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if effective measures are not implemented to provide security for defense attorney who are clearly at risk.
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For the U.S. government and the United Nations not to press Nigeria to hand Taylor over will send a clear message that the law only reaches so far.
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have a chilling effect on the willingness of competent lawyers to vigorously defend the accused in these cases.
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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 problem will occur if judges are not able to insulate the tribunal against that influence. If they are unable to do that, then there are going to be serious questions about the tribunal's fairness and credibility.
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To minimize the risks involved, the court must make sure the lawyers it appoints mount a vigorous defense.
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Despite shortcomings, it was a momentous day for Iraqis. It sends a signal that the days of unlimited impunity for these types of crimes may be winding down.
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These trials are commencing in an environment of severe insecurity, ... Everyone participating in the trial participation in the trial process judges, prosecutors, victims, witnesses and defense counsel are exposing themselves to grave risks.
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These trials are already taking place in an atmosphere of enormous insecurity,
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serious human rights shortcomings in the structure of the trial.