Penalization of people living in poverty 2011, para. 82i (i)

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[In this context, the Special Rapporteur wishes to present the following recommendations:] States must only have recourse to detention and incarceration when it is necessary to meet a pressing societal need, and in a manner proportionate to that need. States must ensure that arrest or detention does not disproportionately affect those living in poverty. To this end, States shall: Review all detention and incarceration policies and legislation, in order to identify and remove discriminatory laws and practices which disproportionately disadvantage persons living in poverty. Measures should be put in place to enable police, courts and public officials to adequately assess the potential effects of detention or incarceration in the light of each individual's circumstances;
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Non-negotiated soft law
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Special Rapporteur on extreme poverty and human rights
Document type
Special Procedures' report
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N.A.
Topic(s)
  • Equality & Inclusion
  • Governance & Rule of Law
  • Poverty
Person(s) affected
  • All
Year
2011
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Conclusion / Recommendation
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Conclusion / Recommendation
Paragraph number
82i (i)