In search of justice for core crimes in the digital age

Project objective

The project aims to address the challenges posed by digital evidence in investigating core international crimes, such as war crimes and crimes against humanity. With the increasing availability of digital evidence online, especially through the use of open sources such as social media, a new approach to criminal investigations is necessary. Traditional methods of investigation are inadequate in a digital world, and this project seeks to create an integrated procedural response that incorporates technology into the process of gathering, managing, and presenting digital evidence in criminal trials. The project will focus on designing rules and standards to ensure that digital evidence is collected and utilized effectively and appropriately in both national and international courts.

Research

Research focuses on the development of new procedural models for handling digital evidence in international criminal law, especially in the context of prosecution of core crimes such as war crimes, by analyzing the types, collection, management, and admissibility of digital evidence in national and international legal systems, with the aim of dealing with the problems posed by the increasing reliance on digital information in criminal investigations and trials.

Significance for Lawmaking and Application

The significance of the project is its potential impact on both theoretical and practical aspects of criminal law, particularly in the context of prosecution of core crimes. As digital evidence becomes more prevalent, legal systems must adapt to effectively incorporate technological advances. The results of the project will provide valuable insights for lawmakers and legal practitioners by offering a model for the handling of digital evidence that can be applied to prosecute core crime investigations in Poland and beyond. In addition, the project will contribute to the ongoing development of international criminal law by addressing the digital dimension of evidence collection and ensuring that legal procedures remain relevant in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.