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Those being prosecuted for war crimes.
The defendants in the Tokyo Trials were charged with crimes against peace, war crimes, and crimes against humanity, while the defendants in the Nuremberg Trials were charged with crimes against humanity, war crimes, and crimes against peace. Both trials aimed to hold individuals accountable for their roles in the atrocities committed during World War II.
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Statistically, defendants have a better chance of acquittal in jury trials compared to bench trials.
The defendants at the Nuremberg Trials were accused of crimes against humanity, war crimes, and crimes against peace. These included atrocities such as genocide, mass murder, torture, and enslavement committed during World War II.
Winston Churchill wanted the defendants of the Nuremberg trials to be executed without a trial or due process. He believed that those responsible for the atrocities committed during World War II deserved the ultimate punishment without delay.
A total of 22 high-ranking Nazis and Nazi supporters were tried by the IMT (or International Military Tribunal). For a list of the 22 defendants and their sentences, please see the Related Link below. See the "Main Trial" section of the Wikipedia article for the information you seek.
Yes, there was controversy surrounding the Nuremberg Trials, particularly regarding the legality of retroactively applying new laws to prosecute war crimes, the fairness of the trials, and the scope of punishment. Some critics argued that the trials were victor's justice and undermined the defendants' right to a fair trial.
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A trial court convenes juries, conducts trials and adjudicates defendants. An appeals court hears appeals of the trial court's trials - does not convene juries - does not conduct trials - and renders juedgements on the application of law and proper procedures.