Conclusions and recommendations of the Committee against Torture

Conclusions and recommendations of the Committee against Torture 25 th July 2006

Positive aspects n n n The more stringent application of the National Security Law Measures to investigate adn provide remedies for past human rights violations Establishment of the NHRCK Respect for fundamental legal safeguards for perons detained by the police Establishment of civilian monitoring bodies

Subject of concern and recommendations (1) Incorporate the definition of torture in the Criminal Code n Criminalize and punish all acts of torture n

Subject of concern and recommendations (2) Keep on reviewing the National Security Law n Limit the use of « substitute cells » n Promote a culture of Human Rights n Human Rights culture / training activities n

Subject of concern and recommendations (3) Prompt and thorough examination of allegations of torture and ill-treatment n Establishment of comprehensive programmes for the treatment and rehabilitation of victims of torture and ill-treatment n

Subject of concern and recommendations (4) n n n Respect for fundamental legal safeguards for detained persons by the police Regulate the use of the urgent arrest procedure Legal cousel present during interrogations and investigations Guarantee independence of judges Refuse statements obtained under torture

Subject of concern and recommendations (5) Prevent and reduce the number of deaths in detention facilities n Access to medical care n Suicide prevention programmes in detention facilities and in the military n

Next steps? State party requested to disseminate the concusions and recommendations n State party to provide within one year response to some recommendations n Next periodic report (3 rd+4 th+5 th) to be submitted by 7 February 2012 n