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 is an invaluable resource for scholars and students of international, transnational and comparative law, especially those seeking to understand the uses of extraterritorial regulation in different countries and regions. It is also highly relevant for practitioners, policymakers and other legal professionals, including those conventionally focused on domestic conditions or fields.Key Features:Encompasses perspectives from over 20 countriesProvides a structured framework for navigating this complex topicIncludes a succinct bibliography with each entry to guide further readingGathers insights from 90 experts on extraterritorial jurisdiction and regulation