Defence for Children International

United Nations Rules for the Protection of Juveniles deprived of their Liberty

Introduction by Geraldine Van Bueren

Background to the rules
Application of the rules
Fundamental principles
Status of the rules
Juveniles under arrest or awaiting trial
Mangement of juvenile facilities
Admission, registration, movement and transfer
Classification and placement
Physical environment and accommodation
Education, vocation training and work
Recreation
Religion
Medical care
Notification of illness, injury and death
Contacts with the wider community
Limitations of physical restraint and the use of force
Disciplinary procedures
Inspection and complaints
Return to the community
Personnel
Using the rules

Text of the United Nation Rules for the Protection of Juveniles deprived of their liberty

Annex

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