Chapter 1
Before three Trial judges, the Prosecution must prove beyond reasonable doubt the guilt of the accused. Out of concern for the health and safety of the public and Supreme Court employees, the Supreme Court Building will be closed to the public until further notice. The Commission provides continuing legal education and acts as a voluntary peer intervention program involving professionalism issues. Learn about recent scams, how to protect yourself and avoid falling victim to jury service scams. Jurisdiction Although the Court's expenses are funded primarily by States Parties, it can also receive voluntary contributions from governments, international organisations, individuals, corporations and other entities. States Parties to the Rome Statute gather at least once a year at sessions of the Assembly of States Parties, to provide the management oversight for the Court, for example, by establishing the budget, providing funding and also electing the Court's judges and Prosecut...