Promoting the rule of law and integrity in the Arab world
This report offers a contextual background on the state of the judiciary in Lebanon, analyzes the principles which govern it, and presents needed policy recommendations. Link to Report
Right to have case reviewed by Competent Tribunal in a Reasonable Delay
Lebanon: 3rd year of detention without trial of a female inmate in Baabda prison
This report documents the case of Mrs. Badria Abu Meri who had not been brought before a court for three years after her arrest. Link to Report
Marshalling Justice in Lebanon: How Military Courts Violate the Conditions of a Fair Trial
This article explains the structure and functionality of the Lebanese Military Court, and how it violates the most basic principles of the fair administration of justice. Link to Article
Should national security ever trump the right to a fair trial?
This article debates the need to balance the right to a fair trial against the need to protect national security in light of whether ‘secret’ evidence from convicted murderer Wang Yam can be heard at the European court of human rights. Link to Article