The Evolving Protection of Prisoners' Rights in Europe

The Evolving Protection of Prisoners Rights in Europe explores the development of the framing of penal and prison policies by the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR), clarifying the European expectations of national authorities, and describing the various models existing in Europe. It provides a global and detailed overview of the ECHR jurisprudence on penal and prison policies, analyzes the interactions between the Strasbourg Court and the Council of Europe bodies, examines the impacts of European case law on penal and prison policies in ten nation states, and engages with the diverse national reactions to this European case law as a policy strategy.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 220 pages
Publication date: 30 December 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The Evolving Protection of Prisoners Rights in Europe delves into the intricate development of the framing of penal and prison policies by the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR). It sheds light on the European expectations held by national authorities, providing a comprehensive overview of the diverse models prevailing across Europe. Through a meticulous analysis, this book aims to examine the mechanisms employed by these models and highlight those that appear most suitable in safeguarding the rights of detainees within the European Union.

A new framework for penal and prison policies has emerged in Europe, driven by the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) and the Council of Europe (CoE). This transformative approach aims to protect the rights of detainees across the continent. The response of European countries to these policies has been diverse, reflecting their unique contexts and priorities. This book offers several valuable insights for readers:

• A comprehensive and detailed examination of the ECHR jurisprudence on penal and prison policies, tracing its evolution over time.
• An in-depth analysis of the interactions between the Strasbourg Court and the CoE bodies, including the Committee of Ministers, Committee for the Prevention of Torture, and others, as they reinforce the framing of domestic penal and prison policies.
• A thorough exploration of the impacts of European case law on penal and prison policies within ten nation states in Europe, including Romania, which has been relatively underresearched.
• A robust engagement with the diverse national reactions to this European case law as a policy strategy, shedding light on the challenges and opportunities faced by countries in implementing these reforms.

This book is of immense interest to scholars and students of Law, Criminal Justice, Criminology, and Sociology. It also appeals to civil servants, professionals, policymakers, prison departments, human rights institutions, activists working for INGOs and NGOs, and anyone seeking to understand the evolving protection of prisoners' rights in Europe.

Weight: 360g
Dimension: 233 x 156 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032047980