Second Human Rights Law Conference: think global, act local - human rights in legal practice
4 Nov - 6 Nov 2026
Session information
Session eight: Detention, criminal justice and the right to a fair trial
Friday 6 November (1015 - 1130)
Description
The right to liberty and a fair trial are fundamental principles underpinning democratic legal systems. This session will explore current challenges relating to detention, pre-trial rights, prison conditions, procedural fairness and access to legal representation, drawing on international human rights standards and comparative legal approaches. Speakers will examine reforms aimed at improving criminal justice systems while protecting the rights and dignity of all individuals.
Session / Workshop Chair(s)
| Kanae Doi | Human Rights Watch, Tokyo, Japan |