Homelessness as a global human rights crisis that demands an urgent global response 2016, para. 91e
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[In line with the present conclusions, the Special Rapporteur offers the following recommendations to States:] Any and all laws or measures that criminalize, impose fines on or restrict homeless people or behaviour associated with being homeless, such as sleeping or eating in public spaces, must be immediately repealed;
Legal status
Non-negotiated soft law
Body
Special Rapporteur on adequate housing as a component of the right to an adequate standard of living
Document type
Special Procedures' report
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N.A.
Topic(s)
Equality & Inclusion
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All
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2016
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Conclusion / Recommendation
Reference
SR Housing, Report to the HRC (2016), A/HRC/31/54, para. 91e.