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Kosovo announces closure of of parallel Serb institutions in move condemned by EU

JURIST

In 2003, the UN reported that “numerous problems arise” due to parallel institutions: In criminal law the most serious problem is the risk of double jeopardy. However, parallel institutions have not been unilaterally successful in reducing tension between Serbs and Albanians within Kosovo.

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Australia: What is the difference between Civil and Criminal law? - Astor Legal

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The main difference between civil law and criminal law in Australia is that criminal law has a higher onus of proof.

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Australia: What is the difference between civil and criminal law? - Sydney Criminal Lawyers

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Outline of the main characteristics of criminal and civil law.

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5 Top legal podcasts in the UK you should be listening to

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It covers different aspects of public and civil law in the UK. The guests include law professors, legal specialists, and professionals. 5) More From Law. She teaches criminal law and blogs about different legal topics – from getting a law degree to fun facts and resources.

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Torts, Criminal Law & Procedures The Torts, Criminal Law & Procedures online certificate course is designed for legal professionals to learn more about the issues affecting our society and their legal ramifications. Also, your budget will thank you that this course comes with a price tag under $500.

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Switzerland court hands down first conviction relating to Liberia civil war

JURIST

A Swiss court on Friday handed down the first conviction over Liberia’s 1989-1996 civil war, sentencing Alieu Kosiah to 20 years in jail for various crimes, including rape, ordering murders, and cruel treatment of civilians. The federal prosecutor alleged that Kosiah, 46, had committed 25 war crimes.

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FTX CEO Samuel Bankman-Fried faces US civil and criminal charges following Bahamas arrest

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The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Tuesday brought civil charges against Samuel Bankman-Fried, CEO and co-founder of the crypto trading platform FTX Trading Ltd. US prosecutors also unsealed criminal charges against Bankman-Fried on Tuesday following his arrest in the Bahamas.