NCJ Number
145200
Date Published
1993
Length
25 pages
Annotation
This report describes achievements and problems in member countries' application of United Nations standards and norms in crime prevention and criminal justice and suggests ways to promote their implementation and strengthen existing review procedures.
Abstract
The report focuses in particular on new mandates from the United Nations Economic and Social Council in this area, including the Council's decision, in resolution 1992/22, section VII, of July 30, 1992, that the Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice should include in its agenda a standing item on that subject. Most of the standards and guidelines provide a universally accepted interpretation of the rights contained in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Many countries have successfully implemented these standards and guidelines, but major shortfalls exist in several parts of the world. More efforts, including training courses, seminars, and advisory services are needed to promote the use of the standards. Effective methods are also needed for implementing model treaties designed to facilitate bilateral and multilateral cooperation in criminal justice. Notes and appended chart and lists of standards and treaties