Torture & CID_A2438

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: Positional torture
  • Torture & CID: Prolonged denial of food
  • Torture & CID: Prolonged denial of rest
  • Torture & CID: Prolonged denial of sufficient hygiene
Year of Violation
  • 2009
Location Where the Violation Occurred
Affiliated Organisation
  • Ministry of State Security
Province Where the Violation Occurred
  • North Pyongan
Event
Event1
Date Range
Sep 30, 2009 ~ Oct 30, 2009
Responsible Perpetrator