IOM Information Note on International Standards on Alternatives to Detention and Immigration Detention

Tipo
Artículo (revista, blog, etc.)
Organización
Organización Internacional para las Migraciones
Año
2023
Idioma
Inglés
Serie de la publicación
IML Information Notes
This information note outlines the legal principles and standards that govern the detention of migrants and the use of non-custodial alternatives. It emphasizes that detention should be a measure of last resort, applied only, when necessary, proportionate, and legally justified. The document highlights the importance of procedural safeguards, such as judicial review and the right to be informed, and stresses that detention conditions must respect the inherent dignity of individuals. Special attention is given to the prohibition of detaining children and other vulnerable groups, advocating for community-based alternatives that ensure their rights and well-being.
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