Implementation of article 14 by States parties 2012, para. 17
Paragraph
Paragraph text
A State's failure to investigate, criminally prosecute, or to allow civil proceedings related to allegations of acts of torture in a prompt manner, may constitute a de facto denial of redress and thus constitute a violation of the State's obligations under article 14.
Legal status
Non-negotiated soft law
Body
Committee against Torture
Document type
General Comment / Recommendation
Means of adoption
N.A.
Topic(s)
Civil & Political Rights
Governance & Rule of Law
Person(s) affected
All
Year
2012
Paragraph type
Other
Reference
CAT General Comment No. 3, Implementation of article 14 by States parties (2012), para. 17.