'Competent national authority' in document 'Canada: CAH and WC Act'

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RELEVANT SECTIONS OF THE IMPLEMENTING LEGISLATION

Crimes Against Humanity and War Crimes Act 2000

9 (4) No proceedings for an offence under section 18 may be commenced without
the consent of the Attorney General of Canada.

RELEVANT ROME STATUTE PROVISIONS

Article 87
Requests for cooperation: general provisions
1. (a) The Court shall have the authority to make requests to States Parties for cooperation. The requests shall be transmitted through the diplomatic channel or any other appropriate channel as may be designated by each State Party upon ratification, acceptance, approval or accession. Subsequent changes to the designation shall be made by each State Party in accordance with the Rules of Procedure and Evidence.