Question 8What are some major causes of lengthy proceedings before internationalcriminal courts and tribunals?Check all that apply1 pointThe search for victim’sThe need for interpretation and translation The large number of preliminary motionsWeaknesses in investigations

How has the ICC sought to address the causes of its lengthy proceedings?1 pointThrough amendments to the ICC StatuteBy developing internal manuals identifying lessons learnt and bestpracticesBy restricting the Prosecutor in the number of charges she can bring against a suspectNone of the above

Question 6Which court or tribunal allows the start of trial proceedings against accused persons who are not apprehended?1 pointThe Special Tribunal for LebanonThe International Criminal Tribunal for RwandaThe International Criminal CourtThe International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia

Which of the following issues are regarded as the main challenges of victim participation at the ICC?Check all that apply1 pointThe safety of the accused cannot be guaranteedVictim participation further complicates the already lengthy trial proceedingsVictim participation adds to the Defence’s burden to argue the caseThe Prosecutor’s selection of charges may create a hierarchy of victimhood between case and situation victims

Describe in your words the challenges faced by the tribunal in adhering to the timelines givenin the IBC.

How can the effectiveness of international justice be strengthened?Check all that apply1 pointBy making use of datacollected by commissions of inquiry or human rights NGOsBy setting more ambitious goals in improvinghuman security By better cooperationof States with international courtsBy increasing the protection of witnesses