Mass grave protection and missing persons

Pages: 197-217

DOI: 10.1002/9781119806394.ch11

Abstract:

Missing persons cases are a global phenomenon that exists on a shocking scale. People go missing during armed conflict, migration, as a result of systematic human rights abuses, disasters, or organized crime. This chapter explains the importance of mass grave protection in the quest to address and, where possible, solve missing persons cases. It clarifies the legal framework in relation to who suffered harm and, therefore, has legitimate interests, before examining how those interests are protected by international law. The chapter examines practical elements for protection to ensure an effective investigation can safely follow. It sets an agenda for strengthening mass grave protection through considering the potential of mapping efforts and for “closing” existing blind spots in law and practice. The chapter examines the legal protection of mass graves and the missing persons contained therein. It is important to stress that the consequences of not protecting and investigating mass graves are significant.

Source: Scopus

Mass grave protection and missing persons

Authors: Klinkner, M.

Editors: Parra, R. and Ubelaker, D.

Publisher: Wiley & sons

Source: Manual