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[2013] AusHRC 63

Read the Paul family v Commonwealth determination on child detention, examining the best interests principle and protection from arbitrary detention.

Summary

Paul family v Commonwealth of Australia (Department of Immigration and Citizenship)

Report into the best interests of the child and the right not to be subject to arbitrary or unlawful interference with the family

[2013] AusHRC 63

[2013] AusHRC 63

Immigration and detention
Report to the Minister

Paul family v Commonwealth of Australia (Department of Immigration and Citizenship)

Report into the best interests of the child and the right not to be subject to arbitrary or unlawful interference with the family

[2013] AusHRC 63

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