Application of General Human Rights
Principles
Human Rights Standards
International human rights law is binding on all States
and their agents, including law enforcement officials
Human Rights is a legitimate subject for international
law and international scrutiny
Law enforcement officials are obliged to know, and to
apply, international standards for human rights
Human Rights Practice
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Adopt a comprehensive human rights policy for your
organization
Incorporate human rights standards into standing
orders for the police
Provide human rights training to all police, at recruitment and periodically
Cooperate with national and international human
rights organizations
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