NCJ Number
145514
Date Published
1990
Length
24 pages
Annotation
This report presents a preliminary analysis of transnational criminality, as well as suggestions for international cooperation to deal with this crime.
Abstract
Transnational criminality takes five general forms: (1) internationally organized crime with profit as the motive, (2) international terrorism, (3) economic offenses involving operations and transactions in more than one country, (4) illicit trade in art objects belonging to a country's cultural and religious heritage, and (5) environmental offenses. Initiatives to address these forms of crime include extradition treaties, extensions of jurisdiction, mutual legal assistance, transfers of criminal proceedings, and other forms of international cooperation. A more flexible concept of jurisdiction and a simpler method of extradition appear necessary for the effective prosecution of transnational offenders. Possible actions to achieve this goal include international action on extradition, international action on jurisdiction, international law enforcement cooperation, mutual judicial assistance, and technical cooperation. 41 reference notes