Torture & CID_5_A2553

Human Rights Violations
Violation Type
Torture & CID
Legal Elements
  • Torture & CID: Inflicted for one of the prohibited purposes such as discrimination, punishment, intimidation or coercion
  • Torture & CID: Inflicted with the consent or acquiescence of state authorities (public officials)
  • Torture & CID: Intentional infliction of severe mental or physical pain or suffering
Constituting Acts
  • Torture & CID: Prolonged denial of food
  • Torture & CID: Prolonged denial of medical assistance
  • Torture & CID: Prolonged denial of rest
  • Torture & CID: Psychological torture
Year of Violation
  • 2014
  • 2015
Location Where the Violation Occurred
Affiliated Organisation
  • Ministry of People's Security
Province Where the Violation Occurred
  • South Pyongan
Event
Event2
Date Range
Sep 1, 2014 ~ Feb 28, 2015
Responsible Perpetrator