CAPTAIN HOOK TO SPACE CROOK: TOWARDS A CONVENTION ON THE SUPPRESSION OF SPACE PIRACY
Abstract:
While the commercial future of outer space endeavors is bright, parallels between outer space and the high seas and advances in modern technology suggest Space Piracy will become a real and serious peril to States and their nationals. Because preexisting international law does not adequately empower States to tackle this threat, States must proactively consider adoption of a Convention on the Suppression of Space Piracy. Based on the strengths and weaknesses of applicable law of the sea and criminal aviation law, this work offers draft language for two key provisions of this Convention—a definition of “Space Piracy” and a delineation of State jurisdiction over such conduct.
Recommended Citation: Vinita Singh, Captain Hook to Space Crook: Towards a Convention on the Suppression of Space Piracy, 47 Fordham Int'l L.J. 185 (2024).