Space Law Practice Tests
Practice Space Law exam questions covering core doctrines, issue spotting, applied analysis, and exam-ready explanations.
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Related Case Briefs
North Sea Continental Shelf Cases (Federal Republic of Germany/Denmark; Federal Republic of Germany/Netherlands)
[1969] ICJ Rep 3
For a rule to become customary, there must be state practice and opinio juris.
Outer Space Treaty of 1967 (Treaty on Principles Governing the Activities of States in the Exploration and Use of Outer Space, including the Moon and Other Celestial Bodies)
18 U.S.T. 2410; 610 U.N.T.S. 205
Under the Outer Space Treaty, states must ensure that their space activities are carried out in accordance with international law, including the UN Charter, and that they bear international responsibility for governmental and non-governmental space activities. States are also liable for damage caused by their space objects on Earth or to aircraft in flight.
Blue Origin v. United States
143 Fed. Cl. 290 (2019)
Government procurement for space services is subject to the same standards as other government contracts.
Caron v. Canada (Attorney General)
[2019] FCA 71
The Liability Convention does not create a private right of action in Canadian courts; claims must be pursued at the state level.
In re: 'Socialist Republic of Vietnam' (Satellite Registration Dispute)
IISL 2012 Moot Court Case (not binding)
Under the Registration Convention, the state of registry is determined by agreement among launching states; failure to register does not absolve liability.
Angel v. United States
102 Fed. Cl. 363 (2011)
Under the Liability Convention, a launching state is absolutely liable for damage caused by its space objects on the surface of the Earth.
Responsibilities and Obligations of States Sponsoring Deep Seabed Mining (Advisory Opinion)
[2011] ITLOS Rep 10
States sponsoring private entities for activities in international areas must ensure their activities comply with environmental and safety standards.
Pulp Mills on the River Uruguay (Argentina v. Uruguay)
[2010] ICJ Rep 14
States must conduct environmental impact assessments for activities that may cause significant transboundary harm.