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; …

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 …

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 · Introduction At the invitation of the Government of Australia, the United Nations Working Group on Arbitrary Detention conducted an official visit to Australia from 1 to 12 December 2025. …

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 …

Feb 12, 2025 · GENEVA – UN human rights experts* today expressed their dismay over the confirmation of the death in custody of Jamshid Sharmahd in Iran.The body of Sharmahd, who was …

Nov 28, 2025 · A/HRC/57/44: Arbitrary detention - Report of the Working Group on Arbitrary Detention In this report, the Working Group reviews its annual activities and examines the thematic issue of …

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

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 …