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

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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: Ensure that to the greatest possible extent, bail processes take into account the economic and societal circumstances of persons living in poverty.
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Non-negotiated soft law
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Special Rapporteur on extreme poverty and human rights
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Special Procedures' report
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N.A.
Topic(s)
  • Governance & Rule of Law
  • Poverty
Person(s) affected
  • All
Year
2011
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Conclusion / Recommendation
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Conclusion / Recommendation
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82i (ii)