Elgar Concise Encyclopedia of Extraterritoriality and the Law

This authoritative Encyclopedia presents a wide range of entries on historical, current and emerging issues related to the uses of extraterritorial jurisdiction. Leading experts survey the key ways states exercise authority over persons and conduct.

The scope of the Encyclopedia is broad, with entries covering both the concept of extraterritoriality and the differing uses of regulation from a range of legal, historical, sociological and comparative approaches. A particular goal of the Encyclopedia is to address the reach of foreign legislation and the extraterritorial effects of domestic laws and policies. Taken as a whole, the entries provide invaluable insight into how extraterritorial regulation manifests across the globe and throughout the international legal order.

The Elgar Concise Encyclopedia of Extraterritoriality and the Law

Key Features:

• Encompasses perspectives from over 20 countries
• Provides a structured framework for navigating this complex topic
• Includes a succinct bibliography with each entry to guide further reading
• Gathers insights from 90 experts on extraterritorial jurisdiction and regulation