ICC Position Paper Format
Things to keep in mind:
Please have an objective opinion. Understand the difference from taking a side and leaning toward that side. Try to remain as neutral as possible before hearing the witness’s testify.
When passing a verdict the accused is either guilty or not guilty. As Justices of the ICC you are responsible for pronouncing a verdict.
Background of the topic
 History of the case, reasons for the trial, actions of people involved, international significance, etc.
At least three quarters of a page 
(Look at the situation from a worldwide view)
UN Involvement
 Past UN action taken
 Resolutions passed
 Organizations involved
 Similar cases
 At least one half of a page
Personal opinion on topic
 Your opinion as of now (which side you are leaning towards and why)
 May be written in first person
At least one half of a page 
Three questions per witness
 In-depth
 Specific
Total Paper
 Two pages in length
 Cite all sources
 Refer to yourself as Justice (Last name) – example Justice Smith
 KEEP OBJECTIVITY
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