United States v. Erdos

Abstract

Jurisdiction — In general — Territorial jurisdiction — Territorial limits of jurisdiction — Crime committed on premises of United States Embassy — Whether within ‘special territorial’ jurisdiction of United States courts — The law of the United States

Diplomatic and consular intercourse and privileges — Permanent diplomatic envoys — Privileges and immunities — Diplomatic premises — Territorial status — Whether part of the sending State's territory for purposes of criminal jurisdiction — The law of the United States

Jurisdiction — In general — Personal — Over nationals in respect of crimes committed abroad — Manslaughter of one United States citizen by another on premises of United States Embassy abroad — Whether within ‘special territorial’ jurisdiction of United States courts — The law of the United States