What is the normal legal position concerning entry by the receiving state's authorities into diplomatic premises?
Correct answer: C. Entry requires the sending state's consent
- A. Entry is allowed whenever a crime is suspected
- B. Entry is allowed whenever local police request it
- C. Entry requires the sending state's consent
- D. Entry requires approval from the International Court of Justice
Explanation
Diplomatic premises are inviolable, so authorities of the receiving state may not enter without the consent of the head of the mission. This protection does not make the premises the sovereign territory of the sending state.
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