GLOSSARY
Determination of lawfulness of detention
CRC Article = 37(d)
Note:
Article 37(d) of the CRC accords to every child deprived of his or her liberty the right to challenge the legality of the deprivation of his or her liberty before a court or other competent, independent and impartial authority, and to a prompt decision on any such action.
See also:
Access to court Children deprived of their liberty Impartial and independent authority Independent and impartial authority Judicial body Prompt legal assistance Prompt trial