International feedback: expulsions
In the following we have chosen some citations on the subject. At the end of each original citation you can find the source with a link to the complete text of the citation.
«Ensure compliance with the requirements of article 3, including the proper test of proof, or the risk of torture, when determining whether to expel, return or extradite a person toanother State.»
- Source: CAT 2005, al. 5d
«Inform the Committee whether there have been complaints in the State party against the use of “diplomatic assurances” as a way to circumvent the absolute prohibition ofnon-refoulement established in article 3 of the Convention.»
- Source: CAT 2005, al. 5j
«Undertake efforts to encourage the successful outcome of the ongoing consultations on the draft federal law regulating the use of force by police during deportationsand during the transport of detainees ordered by a federal authority regarding the ban on the useof electro-shock instruments. The State party should also ensure that independent human rights observers and/or doctors be present during all forced removals by air. It should also offer, as aroutine practice, medical examinations both before forced removals by air and, in the case ofabortive attempts, thereafter.»
- Source: CAT 2005, al. 5b
«Means employed by the police when deporting aliens:forbid the use of stun guns during deportation operations; do not employ private firms on such operations; suggest that relevant NGOs accompany police officers effecting deportations, particularly collective deportations by charter flight; avoid using children to trace unlawfully resident aliens; provide continued training and supervision to ensure that police officers responsible for deportation measures always respect the rights and dignity of aliens.»
Update: 06.07.2010
