Is It Possible To Draft A Universal Criminal Code?

Robinson, Paul H.

Journal: American University International Law Review

Volume: 40

Year: 2025

Bluebook Citation: 40 AM. U. INT'L L. REV. (2025)

Author: Paul H. Robinson: all 34 publications


Abstract

The world contains hundreds of distinct communities with their own traditions and values. One might assume that, despite the best efforts of international organizations, it would be impossible to draft a criminal code that could operate effectively for all countries. Is that the case? If one tried to construct a universal criminal code, what sorts of challenges and limitations with the effort face?

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