Dec 15, 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 …

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 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 …

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

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 …

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 …

Jan 9, 2025 · GENEVA - In two landmark decisions, the UN Human Rights Committee has ruled that Australia remained responsible for the arbitrary detention of asylum seekers redirected or transferred …

Fiche d'information n°26 - Le Groupe de travail sur la détention arbitraire "Nul ne peut être arbitrairement arrêté, détenu ni exilé" (Déclaration universelle des droits de l’homme, art. 9)

Scope of the Body of Principles These principles apply for the protection of all persons under any form of detention or imprisonment. Use of Terms For the purposes of the Body of Principles: (a) "Arrest" …

MEXICO CITY (2 October 2023) – Mexico has made significant progress in combatting arbitrary detention in recent years. Reforms in areas of human rights, including the transition to an accusatory …