Legal and Data Protection Notice

Last updated: April 2026

1. General Information

1.1 Purpose of This Blog

Peace Through Law is an academic and informational blog dedicated to international criminal law. The blog provides analysis, case summaries, and commentary on the work of international criminal tribunals, with a primary focus on the International Criminal Court (ICC).

This blog is operated on a non-commercial basis for educational and scholarly purposes. No legal advice is provided through this platform.

1.2 Nature of the Platform

This blog is hosted on Blogger, a service provided by Google LLC. As such, the blog operates within the framework of Google's platform and is subject to Google's Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

2. Data Protection and Privacy

2.1 Scope of Data Processing

This blog is committed to protecting your privacy and complying with applicable data protection regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) where applicable.

2.2 Data Controller

The operator of this blog acts as the data controller for any personal data processed through user interactions with the blog (such as comments, if enabled).

2.3 Categories of Data Processed

The following types of data may be processed:

Technical data: IP addresses, browser type, operating system, referral URLs, and access times (automatically collected by Blogger/Google)
User-generated content: Any information you voluntarily provide through comments or contact forms, if enabled

2.4 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

This blog uses only essential technical cookies provided by the Blogger platform to ensure proper functionality. These cookies are necessary for the operation of the website and do not track your behavior for marketing or analytics purposes.

Blogger Platform Cookies: Google may use cookies to maintain session state and ensure the proper functioning of the blog. For more information, please refer to Google's Privacy Policy.

Note: This blog does not use Google Analytics, third-party advertising cookies, or other tracking technologies for behavioral profiling.

2.5 Third-Party Services

As this blog is hosted on Blogger (Google LLC), your data may be processed by Google in accordance with their Privacy Policy. Google may process data for:

Providing and maintaining the Blogger service
Security and abuse prevention
Legal compliance and enforcement of Terms of Service

For comprehensive information about how Google processes data, please review:

2.6 Legal Basis for Processing

Data processing on this blog is based on:

Legitimate interest (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR): To operate and maintain the blog, ensure security, and provide content
Consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR): For any optional features requiring explicit user consent
Legal obligation (Article 6(1)(c) GDPR): When required to comply with applicable laws

2.7 Data Retention

Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by applicable law. Technical logs and cookies are typically retained for short periods as determined by the Blogger platform.

2.8 Your Rights Under GDPR

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Right of access: Request information about personal data processed
Right to rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
Right to erasure: Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
Right to restriction: Request limitation of data processing
Right to data portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
Right to object: Object to data processing based on legitimate interests
Right to lodge a complaint: File a complaint with your national data protection authority

3. Intellectual Property and Content

3.1 Copyright

All original content on this blog, including text, analysis, and commentary, is protected by copyright. Unless otherwise stated, all rights are reserved by the blog operator.

3.2 Use of Content

You may:

Read and access all public content on this blog
Share links to blog posts
Quote brief excerpts for academic, educational, or commentary purposes with proper attribution

You may not:

Reproduce substantial portions of content without permission
Use content for commercial purposes without authorization
Modify or create derivative works without consent

3.3 Third-Party Content and Links

This blog may contain links to external websites and references to third-party materials. The blog operator is not responsible for the content, accuracy, or privacy practices of external sites. Links are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute an endorsement.

3.4 Case Materials and Public Documents

Documents, case summaries, and legal materials referenced or quoted on this blog are typically public domain materials from international tribunals and courts. Fair use principles apply to all quoted materials used for educational and analytical purposes.

4. Disclaimer

4.1 No Legal Advice

Important: The content on this blog is provided for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing on this blog constitutes legal advice, and no attorney-client relationship is created by reading or interacting with this blog.

For legal advice regarding specific situations, please consult a qualified attorney in your jurisdiction.

4.2 Accuracy and Currency

While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy and currency of information presented, international criminal law is a rapidly evolving field. The blog operator makes no warranties regarding:

The completeness or accuracy of content
The timeliness of information
The suitability of content for any particular purpose

4.3 Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the blog operator shall not be liable for any damages arising from:

Use or reliance on information provided on this blog
Errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in content
Unavailability of the blog or technical issues
Third-party content or linked websites

5. User Conduct

5.1 Prohibited Activities

When interacting with this blog (including any comment sections or contact features), you agree not to:

Post unlawful, defamatory, harassing, or offensive content
Violate intellectual property rights
Distribute malware or engage in hacking attempts
Impersonate others or provide false information
Spam or engage in commercial solicitation

5.2 Moderation

The blog operator reserves the right to moderate, edit, or remove any user-generated content that violates these terms or is deemed inappropriate, without prior notice.

6. Contact and Data Subject Requests

For questions regarding this legal notice, data protection matters, or to exercise your rights under GDPR, you may contact the blog operator through the contact information provided on the blog or via the platform's messaging features.

Please note that response times may vary, but all data subject requests will be handled in accordance with applicable legal timeframes (typically within 30 days under GDPR).

7. Changes to This Notice

This legal and data protection notice may be updated periodically to reflect changes in practices, legal requirements, or platform features. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the most recent revision was made.

Continued use of the blog after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

8. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

This notice and any disputes arising from the use of this blog shall be governed by applicable laws, including EU data protection regulations where relevant. Any disputes shall be subject to the jurisdiction of competent courts as determined by applicable law.

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