Execution and recognition of foreign criminal judgments in Iran

Recognition of foreign criminal judgment is one of the methods of international criminal cooperation. This method can be applied through extradition, transfer of prisoners, execution of the sentences and cooperation in criminal matters conventions. The recognition of foreign criminal judgment had faced some challenges and restrictions from beginning, and in Iran there are some religious restrictions, as well. In this paper, the basis and one of the aspects of the recognition of the foreign criminal judgments, that is, enforcement of foreign criminal judgments and acceptance of their effects, and its importance in Iran legal system will be discussed. It will be mentioned that, in this regard, foreign criminal judgments are recognized in individual cases, and when the recognition is required and useful for Islamic republic of Iran.