Command responsibility

{
  "id": "MLC-T-LAW-001081",
  "term": "Command responsibility",
  "field": "Law",
  "definition": "A doctrine in international criminal law holding military commanders and civilian leaders accountable for war crimes or crimes against humanity committed by their subordinates, even if they did not directly order the acts. This responsibility arises from their failure to prevent or punish such crimes. It is a key principle applied in tribunals like the International Criminal Court.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/law/command-responsibility/"
}