The rights of prisoners represent a critical facet of human rights and justice in any society.
Although individuals who are incarcerated have forfeited certain liberties, they retain fundamental rights that safeguard their dignity, well-being, and humanity. This book, "A Comprehensive Guide to Prisoners' Rights," aims to explore these essential rights, providing a thorough understanding of their scope, application, and significance.
Prisoners' rights encompass a wide array of protections, ranging from the right to humane treatment and medical care to the rights to access the courts and maintain family relationships. These rights are enshrined in various international treaties, national constitutions, and legal statutes, reflecting the global consensus that even those who have been deprived of their liberty must not be deprived of their humanity.
This guide is designed to serve multiple audiences: prisoners, their families, legal professionals,
and advocates. For prisoners and their loved ones, it offers a beacon of hope and a resource for understanding and asserting their rights. For legal professionals and advocates, it provides a comprehensive reference to support their work in defending these rights and ensuring that justice is upheld within the penal system.