Arbitrary detention exposes the victim to the possibility of further violations, including torture or other cruel, inhuman and degrading treatment or punishment; enforced and involuntary disappearances; …

Dec 26, 2025 · In addition, the Working Group on Arbitrary Detention (part of Special Procedures) is the only non-treaty-based UN mechanism with the power to investigate specific complaints and appeals …

Dec 12, 2025 · SYDNEY – Australia’s criminal justice system contains safeguards against arbitrary detention, yet serious concerns persist over the incarceration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait …

1. Introduction detention on remand and administrative detention in international human rights law. In so doing, it will, inter alia, deal in some depth with the reasons justifying arrest and continued detention …

Dec 18, 1992 · The Working Group on Arbitrary Detention’s draft Principles and Guidelines on remedies and procedures on the right of anyone deprived of his or her liberty to bring proceedings before a …

International human rights law provides a clear and universal framework relating to detention, enshrined by the following standards:

Nov 14, 2019 · Such detention can be extended and the detention may last up to six months before the person is presented before a judge. The Working Group was informed that a new law on terrorism is …

Jun 5, 2025 · Detention taking its toll on hostage Ahmadreza Djalali: UN experts call on Iran to release him without delay GENEVA – Iran must release Ahmadreza Djalali, an Iranian born-resident of …

Aug 13, 2025 · A UN Human Rights report highlights widespread gender-based violence, poor health provisions, and discriminatory legal systems disproportionately affecting women and girls in criminal …

Dec 12, 2025 · GENEVA – The UN Special Rapporteur on torture, Alice Jill Edwards, today urged the Government of Pakistan to take immediate and effective action to address reports of inhumane and …