The European Criminal Bar Association mourns the passing of Robert Badinter in France, a towering figure whose legacy reverberates throughout the legal community.
Badinter, a distinguished lawyer and former Minister of Justice in France, leaves behind a profound impact on the legal landscape.
His tenure was marked by landmark achievements, notably the abolition of the death penalty.
His unwavering dedication to justice and human rights reshaped legal landscapes across Europe.
We honour his memory and extend our heartfelt condolences to his family and colleagues.
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Photo by Denis from Paris, France – Say No to the Death Penalty (3 feb 2007), Wikimedia Commons