The Participation of Victims in International Criminal Proceedings: An Expressivist Justice Model

This book argues that the expressivist justice model provides a meaningful foundation for the participation of victims in international criminal proceedings, contributing to the debate on their participatory rights and clarifying the scope and content of their rights. It will be a valuable resource for researchers, academics, and policymakers working in these areas.

Format: Hardback
Length: 260 pages
Publication date: 30 September 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This book makes a compelling case that the expressivist justice model offers a vital foundation for the meaningful participation of victims in international criminal proceedings. In the realm of traditional criminal justice theories, victims have often been relegated to a secondary role, while international criminal courts have relied on these theories to shape their criminal procedures. As a result, the issue of granting victims content, shaping, and enhancing their participatory rights has been a highly contentious topic in international criminal justice.

To address this debate, this book advances expressivism as a core principle of international criminal justice. Expressivism holds the potential to create a historical narrative of gross human rights violations, providing a solid basis for the involvement of victims in proceedings. It also clarifies the scope and content of their participatory rights.

The book delves into various issues related to victims' participatory rights from the perspectives of international human rights law, victimology, and the philosophical foundations of international criminal justice. It offers an in-depth discussion on these topics, shedding light on the challenges and opportunities that arise in ensuring victims' active participation in the criminal justice process.

This book will be an invaluable resource for researchers, academics, and policymakers engaged in the fields of international criminal justice, international human rights law, transitional justice, and conflict studies. It provides a comprehensive analysis of the issues surrounding victims' participation and offers practical insights into how these rights can be effectively implemented.

By advocating for the expressivist justice model, this book contributes to the ongoing effort to promote the rights and well-being of victims in international criminal proceedings. It underscores the importance of recognizing and valuing the experiences and perspectives of victims, ensuring that they are fully included in the criminal justice process and that their voices are heard.

Weight: 670g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032104553