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LaGrand Case (Germany v. United States)

2001 I.CJ. 104 (Judgment of June 27) (2001)

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LaGrand Case (Germany v. United States)

United Nations International Court of Justice
2001 I.CJ. 104 (Judgment of June 27) (2001)

Facts

Karl and Walter LaGrand were German nationals who were convicted of crimes and sentenced to death in Arizona. After their convictions, the LaGrands were notified by United States (defendant) law enforcement of their right to consular access. Prior to their execution dates, Germany (plaintiff), via its officials, wrote several letters to United States officials seeking to halt the execution of German nationals. Karl’s efforts to appeal through the United States court system were unsuccessful, and he was ultimately executed. Germany then filed an application instituting proceedings against the United States to prevent the execution of Walter, claiming it violated the Vienna Convention. The International Court of Justice then issued provisional measures stating that Walter should not be executed until a final decision was issued. On the same day, Walter was ultimately executed. Germany asserted claims that the United States violated international law by not following the provisional measures. The United States argued the measures were issued too close to the execution and were not binding.

Rule of Law

Issue

Holding and Reasoning (Per curiam)

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