Investigating and Prosecuting Serious Violations: An Important Tool Against Impunity
Why is Investigating and Prosecuting Serious Violations Important?
- Helps in holding perpetrators accountable
- Offers justice to victims
- Prevents future violations
How Does it Work?
- Gathering evidence
- Interviewing witnesses
- Building strong cases
What Are the Benefits of Prosecution?
- Establishing the truth
- Sending a message of deterrence
- Promoting the rule of law
Investigating and prosecuting serious violations is crucial in ensuring accountability and justice, and in preventing future atrocities. It serves as a powerful tool against impunity, holding perpetrators responsible for their actions.
Source: www.icrc.org