2019 — Review inspection on the implementation of the recommendations regarding the investigation and prosecutorial policy of the Public Prosecutor's Office in St. Maarten.
St. MaartenDecember 2019Report
Filed under: Investigation & Prosecution
This report reviews the implementation of recommendations made in a 2015 report concerning the investigation and prosecution policies of the Public Prosecutor's Office in St. Maarten. Of the ten recommendations, only one was fully implemented, three were partially followed, and six were not addressed. The report highlights persistent issues, particularly with the National Detective Agency, including the lack of a clear policy framework, insufficient capacity, and outdated business processes. The report emphasizes the need for immediate action to strengthen law enforcement and improve coordination among judicial bodies to enhance the effectiveness of the criminal justice system in St. Maarten.