Extrajudicial Executions

Extrajudicial executions are killings carried out by state agents or others without formal legal proceedings or trial. Unlike lawful executions after a court conviction, these acts bypass judicial processes, often involving targeted killings of suspected criminals, rebels, or political opponents. They typically occur in secret or under the guise of law enforcement but lack adherence to legal rights and due process. Such actions violate human rights and international laws, raising concerns about abuse of power, impunity, and the erosion of justice.