Overview
Transnational Criminal Law is a vital area of law that addresses crimes that span across national borders. It encompasses various criminal activities, including human trafficking, drug smuggling, and cybercrime, necessitating international cooperation for effective enforcement. Understanding the com...
Key Terms
Example: A country may claim jurisdiction over crimes committed within its borders.
Example: The U.S. requested extradition of a fugitive from Canada.
Example: The United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime.
Example: Victims of human trafficking may be forced into labor or prostitution.
Example: Hacking into a bank's system to steal money.
Example: Cartels often smuggle drugs from one country to another.
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intermediateKey Concepts
jurisdictionextraditioninternational treatiescrime prevention