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UNDHRD
Declaration on Human Rights Defenders 		2.1
Each State has a prime responsibility and duty to protect, promote and implement all human rights and fundamental freedoms, inter alia, by adopting such steps as may be necessary to create all conditions necessary in the social, economic, political and other fields, as well as the legal guarantees required to ensure that all persons under its jurisdiction, individually and in association with others, are able to enjoy all those rights and freedoms in practice
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
2.2
Each State shall adopt such legislative, administrative and other steps as may be necessary to ensure that the rights and freedoms referred to in the present Declaration are effectively guaranteed
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
3
Domestic law consistent with the Charter of the United Nations and other international obligations of the State in the field of human rights and fundamental freedoms is the juridical framework within which human rights and fundamental freedoms should be implemented and enjoyed and within which all activities referred to in the present Declaration for the promotion, protection and effective realization of those rights and freedoms should be conducted
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
9.1
In the exercise of human rights and fundamental freedoms, including the promotion and protection of human rights as referred to in the present Declaration, everyone has the right, individually and in association with others, to benefit from an effective remedy and to be protected in the event of the violation of those rights
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
9.2
To this end, everyone whose rights or freedoms are allegedly violated has the right, either in person or through legally authorized representation, to complain to and have that complaint promptly reviewed in a public hearing before an independent, impartial and competent judicial or other authority established by law and to obtain from such an authority a decision, in accordance with law, providing redress, including any compensation due, where there has been a violation of that person’s rights or freedoms, as well as enforcement of the eventual decision and award, all without undue delay
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
9.3.a
To complain about the policies and actions of individual officials and governmental bodies with regard to violations of human rights and fundamental freedoms, by petition or other appropriate means, to competent domestic judicial, administrative or legislative authorities or any other competent authority provided for by the legal system of the State, which should render their decision on the complaint without undue delay
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
9.3.b
To attend public hearings, proceedings and trials so as to form an opinion on their compliance with national law and applicable international obligations and commitments
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
9.3.c
To offer and provide professionally qualified legal assistance or other relevant advice and assistance in defending human rights and fundamental freedoms
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
9.5
The State shall conduct a prompt and impartial investigation or ensure that an inquiry takes place whenever there is reasonable ground to believe that a violation of human rights and fundamental freedoms has occurred in any territory under its jurisdiction
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
10
No one shall participate, by act or by failure to act where required, in violating human rights and fundamental freedoms and no one shall be subjected to punishment or adverse action of any kind for refusing to do so
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
11
Everyone has the right, individually and in association with others, to the lawful exercise of his or her occupation or profession. Everyone who, as a result of his or her profession, can affect the human dignity, human rights and fundamental freedoms of others should respect those rights and freedoms and comply with relevant national and international standards of occupational and professional conduct or ethics
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
12.3
In this connection, everyone is entitled, individually and in association with others, to be protected effectively under national law in reacting against or opposing, through peaceful means, activities and acts, including those by omission, attributable to States that result in violations of human rights and fundamental freedoms, as well as acts of violence perpetrated by groups or individuals that affect the enjoyment of human rights and fundamental freedoms
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
15
The State has the responsibility to promote and facilitate the teaching of human rights and fundamental freedoms at all levels of education and to ensure that all those responsible for training lawyers, law enforcement officers, the personnel of the armed forces and public officials include appropriate elements of human rights teaching in their training programme
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
17
In the exercise of the rights and freedoms referred to in the present Declaration, everyone, acting individually and in association with others, shall be subject only to such limitations as are in accordance with applicable international obligations and are determined by law solely for the purpose of securing due recognition and respect for the rights and freedoms of others and of meeting the just requirements of morality, public order and the general welfare in a democratic society
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
18.2
Individuals, groups, institutions and non-governmental organizations have an important role to play and a responsibility in safeguarding democracy, promoting human rights and fundamental freedoms and contributing to the promotion and advancement of democratic societies, institutions and processes
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
UDHR
Universal Declaration of Human Rights 		6
Everyone has the right to recognition everywhere as a person before the law.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
7
All are equal before the law and are entitled without any discrimination to equal protection of the law. All are entitled to equal protection against any discrimination in violation of this Declaration and against any incitement to such discrimination.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8
Everyone has the right to an effective remedy by the competent national tribunals for acts violating the fundamental rights granted him by the constitution or by law.
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
10
Everyone is entitled in full equality to a fair and public hearing by an independent and impartial tribunal, in the determination of his rights and obligations and of any criminal charge against him.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
ICCPR
International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights 		2.3.c
To ensure that the competent authorities shall enforce such remedies when granted.
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
2.3.a
To ensure that any person whose rights or freedoms as herein recognized are violated shall have an effective remedy, notwithstanding that the violation has been committed by persons acting in an official capacity;
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
2.3.b
To ensure that any person claiming such a remedy shall have his right thereto determined by competent judicial, administrative or legislative authorities, or by any other competent authority provided for by the legal system of the State, and to develop the possibilities of judicial remedy;
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
14.1
All persons shall be equal before the courts and tribunals. In the determination of any criminal charge against him, or of his rights and obligations in a suit at law, everyone shall be entitled to a fair and public hearing by a competent, independent and impartial tribunal established by law. The press and the public may be excluded from all or part of a trial for reasons of morals, public order (ordre public) or national security in a democratic society, or when the interest of the private lives of the parties so requires, or to the extent strictly necessary in the opinion of the court in special circumstances where publicity would prejudice the interests of justice; but any judgement rendered in a criminal case or in a suit at law shall be made public except where the interest of juvenile persons otherwise requires or the proceedings concern matrimonial disputes or the guardianship of children.
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
14.2
Everyone charged with a criminal offence shall have the right to be presumed innocent until proved guilty according to law.
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
14.3.d
To be tried in his presence, and to defend himself in person or through legal assistance of his own choosing; to be informed, if he does not have legal assistance, of this right; and to have legal assistance assigned to him, in any case where the interests of justice so require, and without payment by him in any such case if he does not have sufficient means to pay for it;
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
14.3.e
To examine, or have examined, the witnesses against him and to obtain the attendance and examination of witnesses on his behalf under the same conditions as witnesses against him;
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
14.3.f
To have the free assistance of an interpreter if he cannot understand or speak the language used in court;
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
14.3.g
Not to be compelled to testify against himself or to confess guilt.
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
14.3.a
To be informed promptly and in detail in a language which he understands of the nature and cause of the charge against him;
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
14.3.b
To have adequate time and facilities for the preparation of his defence and to communicate with counsel of his own choosing;
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
14.3.c
To be tried without undue delay;
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
14.4
In the case of juvenile persons, the procedure shall be such as will take account of their age and the desirability of promoting their rehabilitation.
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
14.5
Everyone convicted of a crime shall have the right to his conviction and sentence being reviewed by a higher tribunal according to law.
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
14.6
When a person has by a final decision been convicted of a criminal offence and when subsequently his conviction has been reversed or he has been pardoned on the ground that a new or newly discovered fact shows conclusively that there has been a miscarriage of justice, the person who has suffered punishment as a result of such conviction shall be compensated according to law, unless it is proved that the non-disclosure of the unknown fact in time is wholly or partly attributable to him.
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
14.7
No one shall be liable to be tried or punished again for an offence for which he has already been finally convicted or acquitted in accordance with the law and penal procedure of each country.
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
16
Everyone shall have the right to recognition everywhere as a person before the law.
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
ICERD
International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination 		5.A
The right to equal treatment before the tribunals and all other organs administering justice;
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
6
States Parties shall assure to everyone within their jurisdiction effective protection and remedies, through the competent national tribunals and other State institutions, against any acts of racial discrimination which violate his human rights and fundamental freedoms contrary to this Convention, as well as the right to seek from such tribunals just and adequate reparation or satisfaction for any damage suffered as a result of such discrimination.
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
CRC
Convention on the Rights of the Child 		12.2
For this purpose, the child shall in particular be provided the opportunity to be heard in any judicial and administrative proceedings affecting the child, either directly, or through a representative or an appropriate body, in a manner consistent with the procedural rules of national law.
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
CEDAW
Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women 		15.1
States Parties shall accord to women equality with men before the law.
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
15.2
States Parties shall accord to women, in civil matters, a legal capacity identical to that of men and the same opportunities to exercise that capacity. In particular, they shall give women equal rights to conclude contracts and to administer property and shall treat them equally in all stages of procedure in courts and tribunals.
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
CRPD
Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities 		13.1
States Parties shall ensure effective access to justice for persons with disabilities on an equal basis with others, including through the provision of procedural and age-appropriate accommodations, in order to facilitate their effective role as direct and indirect participants, including as witnesses, in all legal proceedings, including at investigative and other preliminary stages.
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
13.2
In order to help to ensure effective access to justice for persons with disabilities, States Parties shall promote appropriate training for those working in the field of administration of justice, including police and prison staff.
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
Aarhus Convention
Convention on Access to Information, Public Participation in Decision-making and Access to Justice in Environmental Matters 		1
In order to contribute to the protection of the right of every person of present and future generations to live in an environment adequate to his or her health and well-being, each Party shall guarantee the rights of access to information, public participation in decision-making, and access to justice in environmental matters in accordance with the provisions of this Convention.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
3.1
Each Party shall take the necessary legislative, regulatory and other measures, including measures to achieve compatibility between the provisions implementing the information, public participation and access-to-justice provisions in this Convention, as well as proper enforcement measures, to establish and maintain a clear, transparent and consistent framework to implement the provisions of this Convention.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
3.2
Each Party shall endeavour to ensure that officials and authorities assist and provide guidance to the public in seeking access to information, in facilitating participation in decision-making and in seeking access to justice in environmental matters.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
3.3
Each Party shall promote environmental education and environmental awareness among the public, especially on how to obtain access to information, to participate in decision-making and to obtain access to justice in environmental matters.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
3.5
The provisions of this Convention shall not affect the right of a Party to maintain or introduce measures providing for broader access to information, more extensive public participation in decision-making and wider access to justice in environmental matters than required by this Convention.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
3.6
This Convention shall not require any derogation from existing rights of access to information, public participation in decision-making and access to justice in environmental matters.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
3.9
Within the scope of the relevant provisions of this Convention, the public shall have access to information, have the possibility to participate in decision-making and have access to justice in environmental matters without discrimination as to citizenship, nationality or domicile and, in the case of a legal person, without discrimination as to where it has its registered seat or an effective centre of its activities.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
6.11
Each Party shall, within the framework of its national law, apply, to the extent feasible and appropriate, provisions of this article to decisions on whether to permit the deliberate release of genetically modified organisms into the environment.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8.b
Draft rules should be published or otherwise made publicly available; and
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
9.2
Each Party shall, within the framework of its national legislation, ensure that members of the public concerned
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
9.2.a
Having a sufficient interest or, alternatively,
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
9.3
In addition and without prejudice to the review procedures referred to in paragraphs 1 and 2 above, each Party shall ensure that, where they meet the criteria, if any, laid down in its national law, members of the public have access to administrative or judicial procedures to challenge acts and omissions by private persons and public authorities which contravene provisions of its national law relating to the environment.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
10.1
The first meeting of the Parties shall be convened no later than one year after the date of the entry into force of this Convention. Thereafter, an ordinary meeting of the Parties shall be held at least once every two years, unless otherwise decided by the Parties, or at the written request of any Party, provided that, within six months of the request being communicated to all Parties by the Executive Secretary of the Economic Commission for Europe, the said request is supported by at least one third of the Parties.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
Kiev Protocol
Kiev Protocol on Pollutant Release and Transfer Registers to the Aarhus Convention 		14.1
Each Party shall, within the framework of its national legislation, ensure that any person who considers that his or her request for information under article 11, paragraph 2, has been ignored, wrongfully refused, whether in part or in full, inadequately answered, or otherwise no t dealt with in accordance with the provisions of that paragraph has access to a review procedure before a court of law or another independent and impartial body established by law.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
Escazú Agreement
Regional Agreement on Access to Information, Public Participation and Justice in Environmental Matters in Latin America and the Caribbean 		4.3
Each Party shall adopt the necessary measures, of a legislative, regulatory, administrative or any other nature, in the framework of its domestic provisions, to guarantee the implementation of the provisions of the present Agreement.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
5.18
Each Party shall establish or designate one or more impartial entities or institutions with autonomy and independence to promote transparency in access to environmental information, to oversee compliance with rules, and monitor, report on and guarantee the right of access to information. Each Party may consider including or strengthening, as appropriate, sanctioning powers within the scope of the responsibilities of the aforementioned entities or institutions.
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
7.12
Each Party shall promote, where appropriate and in accordance with domestic legislation, public participation in international forums and negotiations on environmental matters or with an environmental impact, in accordance with the procedural rules on participation of each forum. The participation of the public at the national level on matters of international environmental forums shall also be promoted, where appropriate.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8.1
Each Party shall guarantee the right of access to justice in environmental matters in accordance with the guarantees of due process.
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8.2
Each Party shall ensure, in the framework of its domestic legislation, access to judicial and administrative mechanisms to challenge and appeal, with respect to substance and procedure:
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8.2.a
any decision, action or omission related to the access to environmental information;
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8.2.b
any decision, action or omission related to public participation in the decision-making process regarding environmental matters;
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8.2.c
any other decision, action or omission that affects or could affect the environment adversely or violate laws and regulations related to the environment.
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8.3.a
competent State entities with access to expertise in environmental matters;
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8.3.b
effective, timely, public, transparent and impartial procedures that are not prohibitively expensive;
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8.3.c
broad active legal standing in defence of the environment, in accordance with domestic legislation;
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8.3.d
the possibility of ordering precautionary and interim measures, inter alia, to prevent, halt, mitigate or rehabilitate damage to the environment;
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8.3.e
measures to facilitate the production of evidence of environmental damage, when appropriate and as applicable, such as the reversal of the burden of proof and the dynamic burden of proof;
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8.3.f
mechanisms to execute and enforce judicial and administrative decisions in a timely manner; and
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8.3
To guarantee the right of access to justice in environmental matters, each Party shall have, considering its circumstances:
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8.3.g
mechanisms for redress, where applicable, such as restitution to the condition prior to the damage, restoration, compensation or payment of a financial penalty, satisfaction, guarantees of non-repetition, assistance for affected persons and financial instruments to support redress.
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8.4
To facilitate access to justice in environmental matters for the public, each Party shall establish:
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8.4.a
measures to minimize or eliminate barriers to the exercise of the right of access to justice;
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8.4.b
means to publicize the right of access to justice and the procedures to ensure its effectiveness;
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8.4.c
mechanisms to systematize and disseminate judicial and administrative decisions, as appropriate; and
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8.4.d
the use of interpretation or translation of languages other than the official languages when necessary for the exercise of that right.
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8.5
In order to give effect to the right of access to justice, each Party shall meet the needs of persons or groups in vulnerable situations by establishing support mechanisms, including, as appropriate, free technical and legal assistance.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8.6
Each Party shall ensure that the judicial and administrative decisions adopted in environmental matters and their legal grounds are set out in writing
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8.7
Each Party shall promote, where appropriate, alternative dispute resolution mechanisms in environmental matters, such as mediation, conciliation or other means that allow such disputes to be prevented or resolved.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
9.1
Each Party shall guarantee a safe and enabling environment for persons, groups and organizations that promote and defend human rights in environmental matters, so that they are able to act free from threat, restriction and insecurity
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
9.2
Each Party shall take adequate and effective measures to recognize, protect and promote all the rights of human rights defenders in environmental matters, including their right to life, personal integrity, freedom of opinion and expression, peaceful assembly and association, and free movement, as well as their ability to exercise their access rights, taking into account its international obligations in the field of human rights, its constitutional principles and the basic concepts of its legal system.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
9.3
Each Party shall also take appropriate, effective and timely measures to prevent, investigate and punish attacks, threats or intimidations that human rights defenders in environmental matters may suffer while exercising the rights set out in the present Agreement.
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
ECHR
European Convention for the Protection of Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms 		5.1.e
the lawful detention of persons for the prevention of the spreading of infectious diseases, of persons of unsound mind, alcoholics or drug addicts or vagrants;
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
5.1.f
the lawful arrest or detention of a person to prevent his effecting an unauthorised entry into the country or of a person against whom action is being taken with a view to deportation or extradition.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
5.1
Everyone has the right to liberty and security of person. No one shall be deprived of his liberty save in the following cases and in accordance with a procedure prescribed by law:
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
5.1.a
the lawful detention of a person after conviction by a competent court;
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
5.1.b
the lawful arrest or detention of a person for noncompliance with the lawful order of a court or in order to secure the fulfilment of any obligation prescribed by law;
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
5.1.c
the lawful arrest or detention of a person effected for the purpose of bringing him before the competent legal authority on reasonable suspicion of having committed an offence or when it is reasonably considered necessary to prevent his committing an offence or fleeing after having done so;
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
5.1.d
the detention of a minor by lawful order for the purpose of educational supervision or his lawful detention for the purpose of bringing him before the competent legal authority;
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
5.2
Everyone who is arrested shall be informed promptly, in alanguage which he understands, of the reasons for his arrest and of any charge against him.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
5.3
Everyone arrested or detained in accordance with the provisions of paragraph 1 (c) of this Article shall be brought promptly before a judge or other officer authorised by law to exercise judicial power and shall be entitled to trial within a reasonable time or to release pending trial. Release may be conditioned by guarantees to appear for trial.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
5.4
Everyone who is deprived of his liberty by arrest or detention shall be entitled to take proceedings by which the lawfulness of his detention shall be decided speedily by a court and his release ordered if the detention is not lawful.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
5.5
Everyone who has been the victim of arrest or detention in contravention of the provisions of this Article shall have an enforceable right to compensation.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
6.1
In the determination of his civil rights and obligations or of any criminal charge against him, everyone is entitled to a fair and public hearing within a reasonable time by an independent and impartial tribunal established by law. Judgment shall be pronounced publicly but the press and public may be excluded from all or part of the trial in the interests of morals, public order or national security in a democratic society, where the interests of juveniles or the protection of the private life of the parties so require, or to the extent strictly necessary in the opinion of the court in special circumstances where publicity would prejudice the interests of justice.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
6.2
Everyone charged with a criminal offence shall be presumed innocent until proved guilty according to law.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
6.3.e
to have the free assistance of an interpreter if he cannot understand or speak the language used in court.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
6.3
Everyone charged with a criminal offence has the following minimum rights:
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
6.3.a
to be informed promptly, in a language which he understands and in detail, of the nature and cause of the accusation against him;
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
6.3.b
to have adequate time and facilities for the preparation of his defence;
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
6.3.c
to defend himself in person or through legal assistance of his own choosing or, if he has not sufficient means to pay for legal assistance, to be given it free when the interests of justice so require;
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
6.3.d
to examine or have examined witnesses against him and to obtain the attendance and examination of witnesses on his behalf under the same conditions as witnesses against him;
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
7.1
No one shall be held guilty of any criminal offence on account of any act or omission which did not constitute a criminal offence under national or international law at the time when it was committed. Nor shall a heavier penalty be imposed than the one that was applicable at the time the criminal offence was committed.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
13
Everyone whose rights and freedoms as set forth in this Convention are violated shall have an effective remedy before a national authority notwithstanding that the violation has been committed by persons acting in an official capacity.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
ECHR Protocol No. 6
Protocol No. 6 to the European Convention for the Protection of Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms 		1
The death penalty shall be abolished. No one shall be condemned to such penalty or executed.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
ECHR Protocol No. 7
Protocol No. 7 to the European Convention for the Protection of Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms 		1.1.c
to be represented for these purposes before the competent authority or a person or persons designated by that authority.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
1.1
An alien lawfully resident in the territory of a State shall not be expelled therefrom except in pursuance of a decision reached in accordance with law and shall be allowed:
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
1.1.a
to submit reasons against his expulsion,
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
1.1.b
to have his case reviewed,
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
1.2
An alien may be expelled before the exercise of his rights under paragraph 1.(a), (b) and (c) of this Article, when such expulsion is necessary in the interests of public order or is grounded on reasons of national security.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
2.1
Everyone convicted of a criminal offence by a tribunal shall have the right to have his conviction or sentence reviewed by a higher tribunal. The exercise of this right, including the grounds on which it may be exercised, shall be governed by law.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
2.2
This right may be subject to exceptions in regard to offences of a minor character, as prescribed by law, or in cases in which the person concerned was tried in the first instance by the highest tribunal or was convicted following an appeal against acquittal.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
3
When a person has by a final decision been convicted of a criminal offence and when subsequently his conviction has been reversed, or he has been pardoned, on the ground that a new or newly discovered fact shows conclusively that there has been a miscarriage of justice, the person who has suffered punishment as a result of such conviction shall be compensated according to the law or the practice of the State concerned, unless it is proved that the nondisclosure of the unknown fact in time is wholly or partly attributable to him.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
4.1
No one shall be liable to be tried or punished again in criminal proceedings under the jurisdiction of the same State for an offence for which he has already been finally acquitted or convicted in accordance with the law and penal procedure of that State.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
4.2
The provisions of the preceding paragraph shall not prevent the reopening of the case in accordance with the law and penal procedure of the State concerned, if there is evidence of new or newly discovered facts, or if there has been a fundamental defect in the previous proceedings, which could affect the outcome of the case.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
European Framework Convention on Minorities
Council of Europe Framework Convention for the Protection of National Minorities 		10.3
The Parties undertake to guarantee the right of every person belonging to a national minority to be informed promptly, in a language which he or she understands, of the reasons for his or her arrest, and of the nature and cause of any accusation against him or her, and to defend himself or herself in this language, if necessary with the free assistance of an interpreter.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
ADRDM
American Declaration on the Rights and Duties of Man 		XVIII
Every person may resort to the courts to ensure respect for his legal rights. There should likewise be available to him a simple, brief procedure whereby the courts will protect him from acts of authority that, to his prejudice, violate any fundamental constitutional rights.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
XXIV
Every person has the right to submit respectful petitions to any competent authority, for reasons of either general or private interest, and the right to obtain a prompt decision thereon.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
XXV
No person may be deprived of his liberty except in the cases and according to the procedures established by pre-existing law. No person may be deprived of liberty for nonfulfillment of obligations of a purely civil character. Every individual who has been deprived of his liberty has the right to have the legality of his detention ascertained without delay by a court, and the right to be tried without undue delay or, otherwise, to be released. He also has the right to humane treatment during the time he is in custody.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
XXVI
Every accused person is presumed to be innocent until proved guilty. Every person accused of an offense has the right to be given an impartial and public hearing, and to be tried by courts previously established in accordance with pre-existing laws, and not to receive cruel, infamous or unusual punishment.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
ACHR
American Convention on Human Rights 		7.1
Every person has the right to personal liberty and security.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
7.2
No one shall be deprived of his physical liberty except for the reasons and under the conditions established beforehand by the constitution of the State Party concerned or by a law established pursuant thereto.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
7.3
No one shall be subject to arbitrary arrest or imprisonment.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
7.4
Anyone who is detained shall be informed of the reasons for his detention and shall be promptly notified of the charge or charges against him.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
7.5
Any person detained shall be brought promptly before a judge or other officer authorized by law to exercise judicial power and shall be entitled to trial within a reasonable time or to be released without prejudice to the continuation of the proceedings. His release may be subject to guarantees to assure his appearance for trial.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
7.6
Anyone who is deprived of his liberty shall be entitled to recourse to a competent court, in order that the court may decide without delay on the lawfulness of his arrest or detention and order his release if the arrest or detention is unlawful. In States Parties whose laws provide that anyone who believes himself to be threatened with deprivation of his liberty is entitled to recourse to a competent court in order that it may decide on the lawfulness of such threat, this remedy may not be restricted or abolished. The interested party or another person in his behalf is entitled to seek these remedies.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
7.7
No one shall be detained for debt. This principle shall not limit the orders of a competent judicial authority issued for nonfulfillment of duties of support.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8.1
Every person has the right to a hearing, with due guarantees and within a reasonable time, by a competent, independent, and impartial tribunal, previously established by law, in the substantiation of any accusation of a criminal nature made against him or for the determination of his rights and obligations of a civil, labor, fiscal, or any other nature.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8.2.g
the right not to be compelled to be a witness against himself or to plead guilty;
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8.2.a
the right of the accused to be assisted without charge by a translator or interpreter, if he does not understand or does not speak the language of the tribunal or court;
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8.2.h
the right to appeal the judgment to a higher court.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8.2.b
prior notification in detail to the accused of the charges against him;
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8.2.c
adequate time and means for the preparation of his defense;
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8.2.d
the right of the accused to defend himself personally or to be assisted by legal counsel of his own choosing, and to communicate freely and privately with his counsel;
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8.2.e
the inalienable right to be assisted by counsel provided by the state, paid or not as the domestic law provides, if the accused does not defend himself personally or engage his own counsel within the time period established by law;
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8.2.f
the right of the defense to examine witnesses present in the court and to obtain the appearance, as witnesses, of experts or other persons who may throw light on the facts;
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8.2
Every person accused of a criminal offense has the right to be presumed innocent so long as his guilt has not been proven according to law. During the proceedings, every person is entitled, with full equality, to the following minimum guarantees:
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8.3
A confession of guilt by the accused shall be valid only if it is made without coercion of any kind.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8.4
An accused person acquitted by a nonappealable judgment shall not be subjected to a new trial for the same cause.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8.5
Criminal proceedings shall be public, except insofar as may be necessary to protect the interests of justice.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
9
No one shall be convicted of any act or omission that did not constitute a criminal offense, under the applicable law, at the time it was committed. A heavier penalty shall not be imposed than the one that was applicable at the time the criminal offense was committed. If subsequent to the commission of the offense the law provides for the imposition of a lighter punishment, the guilty person shall benefit therefrom.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
10
Every person has the right to be compensated in accordance with the law in the event he has been sentenced by a final judgment through a miscarriage of justice
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
24
All persons are equal before the law. Consequently, they are entitled, without discrimination, to equal protection of the law
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
25.1
Everyone has the right to simple and prompt recourse, or any other effective recourse, to a competent court or tribunal for protection against acts that violate his fundamental rights recognized by the constitution or laws of the state concerned or by this Convention, even though such violation may have been committed by persons acting in the course of their official duties
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
25.2.a
to ensure that any person claiming such remedy shall have his rights determined by the competent authority provided for by the legal system of the state;
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
25.2.b
to develop the possibilities of judicial remedy;
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
25.2.c
to ensure that the competent authorities shall enforce such remedies when granted.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
Convention of Belém do Pará
Inter-American Convention on the Prevention, Punishment and Eradication of Violence Against Women 		7.c
include in their domestic legislation penal, civil, administrative and any other type of provisions that may be needed to prevent, punish and eradicate violence against women and to adopt appropriate administrative measures where necessary;
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
7.f
establish fair and effective legal procedures for women who have been subjected to violence which include, among others, protective measures, a timely hearing and effective access to such procedures;
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
7.g
establish the necessary legal and administrative mechanisms to ensure that women subjected to violence have effective access to restitution, reparations or other just and effective remedies;
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
ACHPR
African Charter on Human and Peoples' Rights 		3.1
Every individual shall be equal before the law.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
3.2
Every individual shall be entitled to equal protection of the law.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
6
Every individual shall have the right to liberty and to the security of his person. No one may be deprived of his freedom except for reasons and conditions previously laid down by law. In particular, no one may be arbitrarily arrested or detained.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
7.1.b
the right to be presumed innocent until proved guilty by a competent court or tribunal;
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
7.1.c
the right to defense, including the right to be defended by counsel of his choice;
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
7.1.d
the right to be tried within a reasonable time by an impartial court or tribunal.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
7.1
Every individual shall have the right to have his cause heard. This comprises:
16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
7.1.a
the right to an appeal to competent national organs against acts of violating his fundamental rights as recognized and guaranteed by conventions, laws, regulations and customs in force;
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
7.2
No one may be condemned for an act or omission which did not constitute a legally punishable offence at the time it was committed. No penalty may be inflicted for an offence for which no provision was made at the time it was committed. Punishment is personal and can be imposed only on the offender.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
26
States parties to the present Charter shall have the duty to guarantee the independence of the Courts and shall allow the establishment and improvement of appropriate national institutions entrusted with the promotion and protection of the rights and freedoms guaranteed by the present Charter.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
ACRWC
African Charter on the Rights and Welfare of the Child 		5.3
Death sentence shall not be pronounced for crimes committed by children.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
17.1
Every child accused or found guilty of having infringed penal law shall have the right to special treatment in a manner consistent with the child’s sense of dignity and worth and which reinforces the child’s respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms of others.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
17.2.c
ensure that every child accused of infringing the penal law:
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
17.2.c.i
shall be presumed innocent until duly recognized guilty;
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
17.2.c.ii
shall be informed promptly in a language that he understands and in detail of the charge against him, and shall be entitled to the assistance of an interpreter if he or she cannot understand the language used;
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
17.2.c.iii
shall be afforded legal and other appropriate assistance in the preparation and presentation of his defence;
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
17.2
State Parties to the present Charter shall in particular:
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
17.2.c.iv
shall have the matter determined as speedily as possible by an impartial tribunal and if found guilty, be entitled to an appeal by a higher tribunal;
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
17.2.a
ensure that no child who is detained or imprisoned or otherwise deprived of his/her liberty is subjected to torture, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment;
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
17.2.d
prohibit the press and the public from the trial.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
17.2.b
ensure that children are separated from adults in their place of detention or imprisonment;
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
17.3
The essential aim of treatment of every child during the trial and also if found guilty of infringing the penal law shall be his or her reformation, reintegration into his or her family and social rehabilitation.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
17.4
There shall be a minimum age below which children shall be presumed not to have the capacity to infringe the penal law.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
Maputo Protocol
Protocol to the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights on the Rights of Women in Africa 		8.a
effective access by women to judicial and legal services, including legal aid;
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8.b
support to local, national, regional and continental initiatives directed at providing women access to legal services, including legal aid;
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8.c
the establishment of adequate educational and other appropriate structures with particular attention to women and to sensitise everyone to the rights of women;
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8.d
that law enforcement organs at all levels are equipped to effectively interpret and enforce gender equality rights;
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8.e
that women are represented equally in the judiciary and law enforcement organs;
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8.f
reform of existing discriminatory laws and practices in order to promote and protect the rights of women.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
8
Women and men are equal before the law and shall have the right to equal protection and benefit of the law. States Parties shall take all appropriate measures to ensure:
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
25
States Parties shall undertake to:
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
25.a
provide for appropriate remedies to any woman whose rights or freedoms, as herein recognised, have been violated;
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism
25.b
ensure that such remedies are determined by competent judicial, administrative or legislative authorities, or by any other competent authority provided for by law.
 16.3 (16. Peace, justice and strong institutions)

Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
16.3.2 Unsentenced detainees as a proportion of overall prison population
16.3.1 Proportion of victims of violence in the previous 12 months who reported their victimization to competent authorities or other officially recognized conflict resolution mechanisms
16.3.3 Proportion of the population who have experienced a dispute in the past two years and who accessed a formal or informal dispute resolution mechanism, by type of mechanism