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Deputy Head of the Main Directorate for the Execution of the Criminal Sentences: "No cases of torture of prisoners have been recorded in prisons in the last two years"

Respect of the rights of convicted prisoners is the highest priority of the penitentiary policy. Citizen's imprisonment is not a ground for derogation of his rights and lawful interests, the Constitution of Tajikistan guarantees the right to protection of every citizen regardless of gender, race, nationality, or criminal record". Deputy Head of the Main Directorate for the Execution of the...

03.11.2022 - 10:35
Assistant Prosecutor of Khujand: "The legislation of Tajikistan directly prohibits torture"

"Any act aimed at causing physical or mental suffering by coercing a person subjected to torture or a third person to commit or not to commit an act as a form of torture shall be prohibited. It can also cause physical or emotional suffering based on a person's race, nationality, attitude to religion, ethnic origin, language, gender, age, or other affiliation, including those connected with a...

02.11.2022 - 10:32
Head of Internal Security of the Ministry of Internal Affairs: "The head of the agency requires officers to avoid the use of torture"

"Torture is a pressing problem in the activities of the country’s law enforcement agencies, and the leadership of the Ministry of Internal Affairs constantly requires officers to avoid the use of torture in their work. To prevent torture, unannounced checks of the departments of MIA in cities and districts are carried out, and special interrogation rooms for suspects have been set up, with video...

01.11.2022 - 10:29
First Deputy Prosecutor General of Tajikistan: "Torture is condemned at the highest level in Tajikistan"

"Respect for the human rights and freedoms, including the prevention of torture and ill-treatment, is one of the most important tasks of state authorities. The President of Tajikistan has repeatedly condemned the use of torture, stressing that no law enforcement officer should under any circumstances resort to the use of torture and humiliation or degradation of an individual. First Deputy...

31.10.2022 - 10:25
Nurmahmad Khalilov: "Complaints of torture are not properly investigated and victims fear persecution"

"The Coalition provides legal assistance to victims of torture, leads strategic litigation, and documents appeals for alleged torture and ill-treatment. Documenting complaints allows the Coalition to obtain first-hand information about the situation of torture in the country, and leading strategic litigation allows the Coalition to build sustainable practices in the application of the norms of...

28.10.2022 - 10:21
The United Nations Special Rapporteur on torture, Nils Melzer

“Absolute and comprehensive prohibition of torture and abusive treatment” – it`s not like a declarative slogan that can be repeated periodically at international conferences. This requires political will, willingness to make hard decisions and face unpleasant truth”. The United Nations Special Rapporteur on torture, Nils Melzer Chairman of the Supreme Court of Tajikistan, Shermuhammad...

23.06.2022 - 19:11
Chairman of the Supreme Court of Tajikistan, Shermuhammad Shohiyon

“The use of torture against detainees poses a major problem. Unfortunately, despite the efforts of the government and civil society to prevent this heinous act, such evidence continues to exist". Chairman of the Supreme Court of Tajikistan, Shermuhammad Shohiyon In case of violation of your rights, you can contact: General Prosecutor`s Office of RT: (+992 37...

22.06.2022 - 19:07
Minister of the Interior of the Republic of Tajikistan, Ramazon Rahimzoda

“There are plenty of ways to solve crimes. There are operative, investigative and other ways to solve crimes with the help of citizens. I have emphasized all the time that let 100 crimes remain unsolved but never resort to torture to force someone to confess to the crime”. Minister of the Interior of the Republic of Tajikistan, Ramazon Rahimzoda In case of violation of your rights...

21.06.2022 - 19:04
General Prosecutor of the Republic of Tajikistan, Yusuf Rahmon Ahmadzoda

"No one denies the existence of certain facts of torture. Tortures exist even in most developed countries of the world. To end torture it is important to confirm a clear by real actions". General Prosecutor of the Republic of Tajikistan, Yusuf Rahmon Ahmadzoda In case of violation of your rights, you can contact: General Prosecutor`s Office of RT: (+992 37) 235 – 11 – 11...

20.06.2022 - 19:00
Speaker of Upper House of the Parliament of Tajikistan, Rustam Emomali

“Put an end to the use of torture against detainees on suspicion of committing certain crimes, as well as persons serving sentences in prisons of Tajikistan and to stop the non-regulatory relations in Tajik army”. Speaker of Upper House of the Parliament of Tajikistan, Rustam Emomali: In case of violation of your rights, you can contact: General Prosecutor`s Office of RT: (+992 37)...

17.06.2022 - 18:55

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