UN Human Rights Complaints

OverviewArticlesOverview In the instance where it is necessary, the UN Human Rights Council has made it possible for complaints to be lodged to address a matter that it is felt needs their attention. The process for this can take anywhere between a few months to a half year, if not longer, and involves multiple parties…

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International Prison Transfer Treaties and Applications

OverviewArticlesOverview What is the ITPT? The International Prison Transfer Program (ITPT) began in 1977 in the United States, who first initiated treaties with other countries to transfer home American citizens who had been arrested and convicted in other countries. In particular, the government was spurred to act following the publication of reports of Americans being…

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Australians Facing Criminal Charges Overseas

OverviewArticlesOverview If I’ve been arrested in a foreign country, what should I do? When overseas, it is important to remember that ignorance of the law is no excuse, and while overseas you will be subject to local laws and their consequences. Should you find yourself arrested, ensure that you cooperate with the authorities, do not…

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