"universal jurisdiction" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

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  1. (international law) A principle whereby a state claims legal jurisdiction over persons whose alleged crimes were committed outside the boundaries of the prosecuting state, regardless of the accused's nationality, country of residence, or other relationship with the prosecuting country. Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): International law Translations (Translations): compétence universelle [feminine] (French)
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