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Unlawful Detention
An unlawful detention assessment documents the psychological harm caused by detention and identifies clinical vulnerabilities that may make a person “at risk” in an immigration setting. These reports provide the expert evidence required for false imprisonment claims and challenges under the Adults at Risk policy.
Overview
When this report is required
- To support civil claims for damages arising from false imprisonment or unlawful detention
- To challenge ongoing detention where it is causing significant mental health deterioration
- To provide evidence of a “Level 3” vulnerability under the Home Office Adults at Risk policy
- To assess the psychological impact of detention on survivors of torture or trafficking
What the expert assesses
- Pre-existing versus detention-induced trauma
- Psychological deterioration during the period of detention
- Presence of PTSD, depression, or psychotic symptoms
- Risk of suicide and self-harm within a custodial setting
- Causation between detention and long-term psychiatric injury
Report specification
| Element | Detail |
|---|---|
| Assessment Setting | Immigration Removal Centre (IRC), Prison, Clinic |
| Court Acceptance | High Court, County Court, Administrative Court |
| Compliance | CPR Part 35, Adults at Risk Policy |
CPR Part 35 Compliant
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Specialist expertise
Forensic Psychiatrists
Trauma Psychologists
Medico-Legal Physicians
While these are the primary specialists engaged for this instruction type, please note that every case turns on
its own facts. Complex or multi-disciplinary cases may require a bespoke team of experts. Our case managers will
review your specific instruction to ensure the correct clinical match.