Recent Developments in International Law: Anti-Terrorism Legislation – Part One: An Overview

The effects of terrorism and the risk of future attacks have been the topic of discussion and research for many years. However, at no time in recent history has there been such a perceived need to enact legislation that addresses methods for eradicating terrorism as there is today. The events of September 11th have served as a springboard for radical and far-reaching legislation intended to enable countries to better detect, prevent, prosecute, and, ultimately, put an end to terrorism. With the United States of America playing the role of a powerful lobbyist, many countries… View PDF