We are promoting the use of non-custodial measures in selected countries in the Middle East, North Africa and Southeast Asia. We support Member States to address common gaps and obstacles in the implementation of non-custodial alternatives to pre-trial detention and imprisonment. This includes addressing particular challenges that may exist in relation to serious crimes, such as terrorism-related offences.
The project aims to benefit legislators and policymakers as well as national criminal justice practitioners. Prosecutors, legal aid providers, and prison professionals are increasingly confronted with challenging caseloads and prison overcrowding. This is due to the increasing number of offenders in the criminal justice system, including those charged with serious crimes such as terrorism-related offences. The project also aims to benefit alleged and convicted offenders, particularly those with specific needs, by upholding their fundamental rights and increasing opportunities for social reintegration.
