Jurisdiction and How States (State Bodies) Exercise Jurisdiction Under International Law

Abstract

State jurisdiction over foreign states and citizens. The notion of jurisdiction, judicial jurisdiction, jurisdiction of international organizations, how states exercise jurisdiction: operation of intern state bodies, on behalf of which jurisdiction is exercised. Representation of states and state governments. Exercise of national jurisdiction. Criminal Jurisdiction. Jurisdiction refers to the three forms of the juridical power, which correspond to the three branches of state government: legislative, executive and judicial. Notwithstanding this definition, the term power still remains unclear, as it can refer, in the first place, to the legislative power; that is the ability to set rules on people, estates, and events (the so called prescriptive jurisdiction) in a given state. The term jurisdiction can refer even to the local public administration (government bodies) to intervene on people, estates, or events. Cases of jurisdiction absence and exclusion must be balanced with the sacrificed right and the protected interest. The methodology used. This research paper uses scientific research theoretical methods and practical methods referred to the European Court of Human Rights judgments.

DOI: 10.5901/ajis.2013.v2n9p428