UN Human Rights Complaints

OverviewArticlesOverview Anyone who has had their human rights violated may be able to file a complaint to an international body, against the state or organisation responsible. There are two main routes available for complaints: Complaints to human rights treaty bodies Complaints to non-treaty bodies: The UN Human Rights Council Complaint Procedure Special Procedures of the…

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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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