1. Elements of Crimes shall assist the Court in the interpretation and application of articles articles 6, 7 and 8. They shall be adopted by a two-thirds majority of the members of the Assembly of States Parties.

2. Amendments to the Elements of Crimes may be proposed by:

(a) Any State Party;

(b) The judges acting by an absolute majority;

(c) The Prosecutor.

3. The Elements of Crimes and amendments thereto shall be consistent with this Statute.