Improper Detention of 16-Year-Old in Adult Prison
June 4, 2025
A 16-year-old girl in Cyprus was improperly detained in prison with adults, violating legislation that requires minors to be held in specialized facilities. Her family has filed a complaint and is seeking intervention from the European Court of Human Rights. After being held in various police stations and then in Central Prisons, the minor was released under conditions. The case highlights serious issues regarding the treatment of minors in the justice system.