The crime of obstructing justice in national legislations and international conventions
Author(s): Iman Abdulwahid Majeed
Abstract: This research explores obstructing justice as a severe legal issue that reduces the capability of legal frameworks and the duties of nation-states as well as international bodies. This research seeks to examine both the origins and effects of this criminal offense with attention to the differences between domestic laws and international agreements on handling such crimes.The study employs a thorough analytical methodology which includes critical domestic law analysis and international mechanism evaluation together with national experiences comparison and existing research evaluation. The research method offers practical solutions to strengthen the harmonization between national laws and international agreements for fighting this type of crime. The analysis organizes into four parts wherein the first introduces obstructing justice concepts followed by classifications of this offense. This essay explores judicial precedents about this crime through its four sections followed by a focus on the International Criminal Court as a primary tool against impunity.This detailed research study provides complete understanding of legal frameworks which govern this crime and works to develop effective strategies for justice and rule of law enforcement at both national and international levels.
Iman Abdulwahid Majeed. The crime of obstructing justice in national legislations and international conventions. Int J Civ Law Legal Res 2025;5(1):44-48. DOI: 10.22271/civillaw.2025.v5.i1a.119