ABSTRACT
This chapter turns to the International Criminal Court (ICC) as the permanent institution for international criminal justice. Two key issues arise for the right to the truth: first, since there has not been such a review, we do not know what an effective investigation in the context of the ICC means. Second, it is unclear whether the effective investigation would be interpreted in light of the right to the truth. Recognised in international law and now through the ICC also in international criminal law, reparation not only includes the state bearing responsibility but also the individual perpetrator, as he or she becomes liable for the harm caused to victims. Based on the analysis, the ICC is far from an ideal forum for victims to seek the realisation of their rights, despite victim participation, but they point to critical activity in terms of balancing human rights norms.
