Avena Case (Mexico v. United States)

The Avena Case (Mexico v. United States) was a legal dispute heard by the International Court of Justice in 2003. It involved 54 Mexican nationals sentenced to death in the U.S. who claimed that their rights were violated because U.S. authorities failed to inform them of their right to consular assistance under international law. The court ruled that the U.S. had breached its obligations and ordered a review of the cases. This case highlights the importance of legal rights for foreign nationals and the responsibilities states have under international treaties regarding consular access.