European Human Rights Court

The European Court of Human Rights is an international court based in Strasbourg, France, that ensures countries in Europe respect human rights. If an individual believes their rights, like freedom of speech or fair trial, have been violated by their government, they can bring their case to this court after exhausting national legal options. The court reviews cases to determine if countries have upheld their obligations under the European Convention on Human Rights. If the court finds a violation, it can order remedies, prompting countries to adjust their laws or practices to better protect individual rights across Europe.