Details of Treaty No.116
European Convention on the Compensation of Victims of Violent Crimes
| Title | European Convention on the Compensation of Victims of Violent Crimes |
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| Reference | ETS No.116 |
| Opening of the treaty | Strasbourg, 24/11/1983 - Treaty open for signature by the member States and for accession by non-member States |
| Entry into Force | 01/02/1988 - 3 Ratifications. |
| Summary |
This Convention puts upon States that become a Party to it the obligation to compensate the victims of intentional and violent offences resulting in bodily injury or death. The obligation to compensate is limited to offences committed on the territory of the State concerned, regardless of the nationality of the victim. |
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