Overview
The Rome Statute created three separate entities: the Assembly of State Parties, the Trust Fund for Victims, and the International Criminal Court.
The Assembly of State Parties
The Assembly of States Parties is the Court's governing body, composed of representatives of State Parties who convene to oversee its management, including electing judges and the Prosecutor, as well as approving the ICC's budget.
The Assembly adopted the Code of Professional Conduct for Counsel to govern the conduct of counsel in their representation of clients and relationship with the Court.
Trust Fund for Victims
The Trust Fund for Victims implements Court-ordered reparations and provides assistance, support, and relief to victims and their families.
The ICC
The ICC is composed of four main organs, each with distinct functions:
- Presidency: Consists of the President and two Vice-Presidents, responsible for the administration of the Court and external relations.
- Judicial Divisions: Made up of 18 judges elected by the Assembly of States Parties, the Judicial Divisions are organized into three divisions: Pre-Trial, Trial, and Appeals.
- Office of the Prosecutor (OTP): Conducts investigations and prosecutions of cases before the ICC.
- Registry: Provides operational and administrative support, including witness protection and legal assistance to defendants.