Henry, an American citizen, has been living in Iran for the last 10 years. While in Iran, Henry joined a terrorist organization and has been plotting to attack the United States. The plans have been confiscated, and Henry is detained. What crime has Henry committed? Does the United States have jurisdiction over Henry’s offense? Why or why not? If you were Henry’s defense attorney, could you argue combat immunity? Why or why not?
What will be an ideal response?
Henry has committed terrorism transcending national boundaries. Due to extraterritorial jurisdiction, the United States will be able to prosecute Henry for his crimes. Henry may only argue for combat immunity if his acts were lawful; in this case, they were not.
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