Universal Jurisdiction

In order to assist lawyers supporting Syrian victims living in the United States, SJAC has produced a summary of legal avenues for victims of crimes in Syria under U.S. law. Most of the acts and statutes have jurisdictional limits that present roadblocks for Syrian victims seeking accountability. The guide, available below in Arabic and English, outlines relevant acts and statutes for both civil and criminal complaints.

In order to assist Syrian victims living in Europe, SJAC has produced a series of guides on how to pursue justice for crimes committed in Syria through the national courts of six different European countries. The guides, available below in Arabic and English, outline how to submit a complaint, the investigation and trial process, and the rights of victims and witnesses..