1.8 – LUGGAGE substantiated individual cases. If circumstances no longer require the confiscation of mobile phones, they must be returned to their owner. Before a mobile phone is confiscated, the person being deported must be given the opportunity to write down important phone numbers. Persons being deported must be given the opportunity – taking into account all relevant circumstances – to pack personal belongings. Steps must be taken to ensure, without exception, that the person being deported is dressed appropriately for the procedure and for the country of destination, and that identity documents, necessary medication, provisions for children, and any necessary medical aids (e.g. glasses) can be packed. One of the persons carrying out the deportation should make sure that luggage is also packed for children being deported. A supply of basic hygiene products and sufficient clothing should be kept at the airport and issued as necessary. 1.12 – RESPECT FOR THE BEST INTERESTS OF CHILDREN As a rule, families are to be deported jointly. Children should not be shackled. Parents should not be shackled in the presence of their children. If children are deported, there should always be one person who is tasked with ensuring the child's best interests are respected during the deportation procedure. Suitable facilities to keep children occupied should be available at the airport. 1.9 – CONTACT WITH LEGAL COUNSEL During the deportation procedure, persons being deported must be allowed to contact legal counsel. Such contact must be made possible at the beginning of the deportation procedure so that any necessary legal measures can be taken in due time. In case the person concerned has so far had no contact with a lawyer, they must be given contact details for emergency legal services. 1.13 – MEALS Sufficient amounts of food and drink must be available during the entire deportation procedure. 1.14 – CASH LUMP SUM Persons being deported must have sufficient financial means to pay for the journey from the airport to the final destination as well as for meals needed during this journey. 1.10 – TELEPHONE CONVERSATIONS WITH RELATIVES Any person being deported should be given the opportunity to contact his/her relatives. 1.15 – FURTHER TRAINING OF PRISON STAFF 1.11 – MOBILE PHONES Deportations should be carried out by members of staff who are sufficiently qualified and have received adequate further training. Mobile phones should only be confiscated during a deportation procedure if this is deemed necessary in 16

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