Search for dissertations about: "prosecution"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 13 swedish dissertations containing the word prosecution.

2. 1. Justice for victims of atrocity crimes : prosecution and reparations under international law

   Author : Fanny Holm; Monica Burman; Per Bergling; Pål Wrange; Umeå universitet; []
   Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; Crime victims; atrocity crimes; genocide; war crimes; crimes against humanity; prosecution; reparations; human rights; jurisdiction; transitional justice; International Law; folkrätt; Law; juridik;

   Abstract : This thesis takes its starting point from the need for a comprehensive approach towards justice following atrocities, and where not only the states in which the crimes were committed have a role to play. The thesis discusses atrocity crime (genocide, crimes against humanity and war crimes) prosecution and reparations procedures concerning individuals as two appropriate courses of action, through which non-territorial states may contribute to atrocity prevention and justice for the victims of atrocities. READ MORE

4. 2. There was nothing but her story: Prosecution of alleged child sexual abuse of preschoolers

   Author : Emelie Ernberg; Göteborgs universitet; []
   Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; child sexual abuse; prosecution; prosecutor; children s testimony; child interviewing;

   Abstract : Investigating and prosecuting cases of alleged sexual abuse against young children is a challenge for legal practitioners worldwide. In Sweden, a prosecutor is in charge of both the preliminary child sexual abuse (CSA) investigation and the decision of whether or not to prosecute the case. READ MORE

5. 3. Legal Practitioners’ Thoughts and Evaluations of Preschoolers’ Testimony in Child Sexual Abuse Cases

   Author : Emelie Ernberg; Göteborgs universitet; []
   Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; Child sexual abuse; prosecution; children’s testimony;

   Abstract : Child sexual abuse (CSA) cases are notoriously difficult to investigate, prosecute and adjudicate. In Sweden it is estimated that only about one tenth of all reported CSA cases are prosecuted and CSA cases involving preschoolers are less likely to be prosecuted compared to cases involving older children. READ MORE

6. 4. Security in Physical Distribution Networks - A Survey Study of Swedish Transport Operators

   Author : Luca Urciuoli; Teknisk logistik; []
   Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; antagonistic threats.; supply chain security; cargo security; physical distribution security; transportation security; cargo theft; Quantitative Risk Assessment;

   Abstract : The objective of this study is to understand what factors influence the security of physical distribution networks. Thereafter it aims to bring to light what security measures exist today to enhance security and finally how to determine the profitability of security investments. READ MORE

7. 5. Emotions in Legal Decisions : The Construction of Objective Narratives in Italian Criminal Trials

   Author : Alessandra Minissale; Stina Bergman Blix; Clara Iversen; Elena Zucconi Galli Fonseca; Meredith Rossner; Uppsala universitet; []
   Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; Emotions; Legal Decision-Making; Legal Narratives; Criminal Trials; Sociologi; Sociology;

   Abstract : Drawing on ethnographic data collected in Italian courts and prosecution offices, this dissertation offers new perspectives on legal decision-making by highlighting the importance of emotions for constructing and evaluating legal narratives. Focusing on criminal cases, it describes and dissects how judges and prosecutors use emotions in reflection and action tied to lay narratives and legal constraints. READ MORE