(The Criminal Code of the Republic of Azerbaijan)
The Criminal Code of the Republic of Azerbaijan establishes the legal framework for criminal responsibility and punishment, based on principles of legality, equality before the law, fault-based liability, justice, and humanism. It ensures the safety of individuals and society, treating all offenders equally regardless of their background, and prohibits inhumane treatment or punishment. The code outlines the criteria for defining criminal acts and determines appropriate penalties. This law prohibits actions during armed conflicts that violate international humanitarian law by causing significant damage to cultural, educational, religious, or medical assets, attacking unarmed areas or civilian populations, or exploiting cultural property without military necessity. In Articles 116.0.8-1-116.0.8-3, references are made to cultural heritage.
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