Prisoners' rights

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A.V. v. Switzerland, no. 37639/19

06/11/25

Systematic monitoring of the applicant’s correspondence in prison, with the exception of correspondence with her lawyer and several public institutions.
Judgment


Vainik and Others v. Estonia, nos. 17982/21 and 3 others

04/11/25

Total ban on smoking in prison, also for prisoners with a long-term smoking habit, such as the applicants.
Judgment | Legal Summary


Platon v. the Republic of Moldova, no. 74995/17

09/10/25

Allegedly insufficient medical assistance, and lack of an effective remedy, to a former member of a municipal council and of Parliament while in detention, and regular sanctions suspending family visits for over two years.
Judgment


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