SCHEDULE 1Genocide, crimes against humanity and war crimes: articles 6 to 9

Article 9Elements of crimes

1

Elements of Crimes shall assist the Court in the interpretation and application of articles 6, 7 and 8. They shall be adopted by a two-thirds majority of the members of the Assembly of States Parties.

2

Amendments to the Elements of Crimes may be proposed by—

a

Any State Party;

b

The judges acting by an absolute majority;

c

The Prosecutor.

Such amendments shall be adopted by a two-thirds majority of the members of the Assembly of States Parties.

3

The Elements of Crimes and amendments thereto shall be consistent with this Statute.