About Prisoner Rights Movement
Prisoner Rights Movement is an initiative focused on promoting awareness, accountability, and transparency within the justice and corrections system.
Our mission is to highlight issues affecting people in custody, provide access to information about legal rights, and share independent reports and resources that help bring greater public understanding to prison conditions and oversight.
We believe that every person, including those in custody, is entitled to humane treatment and the protection of their fundamental rights under the law.
Through research, information sharing, and advocacy, we aim to support conversations about fairness, justice, and human dignity within the correctional system.
To support this work, Prisoner Rights Movement accepts donations that help fund research, educational resources, and the continued development of this platform. Contributions help us expand access to information and raise awareness about prisoner rights and oversight within the justice system.
Understanding Section 47 Rights
Under the Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities Act 2006, public authorities must act in ways that are compatible with human rights. This includes government departments, police, corrections services, and organisations performing public functions on behalf of the government.
Section 47 of the Charter clarifies when these human rights obligations apply, including situations where services are delivered by private contractors carrying out public responsibilities.
This means that people interacting with public authorities—including individuals in custody—must still have their fundamental rights respected. These protections help ensure accountability, transparency, and lawful treatment by government bodies and those acting on their behalf.
If you believe a public authority has acted in a way that breaches your rights, there are steps you can take to raise concerns, seek review, and pursue accountability.
What Can I Do About a Breach Of My Section 47 Rights?
If you believe one of your section 47 rights has been breached, there are steps you can take.