Routledge Self-Defence in International and Criminal Law

Explore the complexities of legal defense with Self-Defence in International and Criminal Law by Routledge. This academic work offers a broad and interdisciplinary approach to understanding the doctrine of self-defence within both domestic criminal and international law frameworks. By drawing on scholarship from law, history, politics, and philosophy, this book examines the critical requirement of imminence. It addresses the fundamental question of when individuals or States are permitted to use defensive force against serious danger or harm. The text analyzes how the imminence requirement functions when strictly applied in national and international legal contexts, particularly regarding defensive measures taken in anticipation of harm. This book serves as a comprehensive resource for those studying the boundaries of legitimate force and the legal standards used to judge defensive actions. Whether you are researching international legal doctrines or domestic criminal law, this publication provides a detailed perspective on how the law handles threats and the timing of defensive responses.