Custody
In certain situations, a person suspected of having committed a criminal offence may be held in custody. However, the custody has to be carried out lawfully and respecting human rights.
This Guide will explain why and how you can be held in custody, the basic rights that you have when held in custody, where you will stay and how you must be treated, and what should happen about your release. It will also explain how you can complain about the issues related to your custody.
About this Guide
About this GuideThis Guide will explain why and how you can be held in custody, the basic rights that you have when held in custody, where you will stay and how you must be treated, and what should happen about your release. It will also explain how you can complain about the issues related to your custody.
Resources
Law
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The Constitution of the Republic of Estonia
In force as of 03 July 1992
Article 21
Article 21
European Convention on Human Rights
In force for Estonia as of 16 April 1996
Article 5 (1) c)
Article 5 (1) c)
International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights
In force for Estonia as of 21 January 1992
Article 9
Article 9
Other
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Body of Principles for the Protection of All Persons under Any Form of Detention or Imprisonment
UN General Assembly resolution No A/RES/43/173
9 December 1988
9 December 1988
Basic Principles for the Treatment of Prisoners
UN General Assembly resolution No 45/111
14 December 1990
14 December 1990
Standard Minimum Rules for the Treatment of Prisoners (Nelson Mandela Rules)
UN General Assembly Resolution А/RES/70/175
17 December 2015
17 December 2015
Recommendation on the European Prison Rules
Recommendation Rec(2006)2 of the Committee of Ministers
11 January 2006
11 January 2006
Human Rights Guide
A European platform for human rights education
