Criminal Justice and Human Rights Symposium
University Vice Rector, Dr. Mohammed Al-Hasoon, hosted the inaugural Criminal Justice and Human Rights Symposium on Monday at the main campus. The Asir Regional Human Rights Department organized the event in collaboration with the University College of Law and Business. The purpose of the symposium was to discuss law and criminal justice.
In his opening remarks, Vice Rector Al-Hasoon welcomed the guests and thanked the government agencies for their participation and support. The Vice Rector stated that, as a community, we should all endeavor to maintain a just and equitable society. Two forum sessions followed shortly thereafter.
In the first session, Human Rights Council member Dr. Ali Al-Harithi reviewed the inherent rights of prisoners and detainees. He also discussed the rights of self-defense and the defense of others for victims of crime. King Khalid University professor Dr. Ahmed Satti elaborated on the rights of indicted citizens facing trial. Public prosecutor Mr. Mohamed Hassan Maeed spoke about criminal investigations and the rights of citizens being investigated and/or charged under the criminal code.
The second session began with a presentation by King Khalid University Professor Dr. Awad Osman on the right to privacy and civilian legal rights during an arrest. Major Mohammed Abdullah Al-Qahtani from the General Directorate of Prisons in Asir Region then spoke on the model rules for the treatment of detainees and prisoners.
At the end of the symposium, the Human Rights Commission honored the hosts, participants and guests.
