Question 32572 — places of deprivation of liberty

Summary

Ms. Marie-Pierre Rixain draws the attention of the Keeper of the Seals, Minister of Justice, to the conditions of childbirth for women in prison. In February 2016, the general controller of places of deprivation of liberty denounced, in an opinion, the fate reserved for women in prison. Beyond the importance of introducing more diversity in prison centers, Adeline Hazan, in office between 2014 and 2020, also deplored the conditions of gynecological and childbirth consultations for female prisoners. Even though Law No. 2009-1436 of November 24, 2009 prohibits any physical hindrance and any presence of prison staff during childbirth, contrary testimony reached him during his duties: women were required to have guards present on the grounds that the delivery room was not secure enough. This illegal practice still seems to be relevant. She also wishes to question him on the measures that his ministry intends to introduce to ensure that incarcerated women have a dignified birth and respect for their fundamental rights.

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