Publication
4 Aug 2003
This briefing examines the Special Court for Sierra Leone, created in January 2002. It outlines its background and differences to other UN tribunals and international courts. The paper also describes the differences between the Special Court and the national Truth and Reconciliation Commission that covers the early years of the civil war. It concludes by urging effective political support and legitimacy to the Special Court and by pointing to the crucial handling of the Taylor case.
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Author | International Crisis Group, Brussels, Belgium |
Series | Crisis Group Africa Briefings |
Issue | 16 |
Publisher | International Crisis Group (ICG) |
Copyright | © 2003 International Crisis Group (Crisis Group) |