2019 — The Pointe Blanche Prison and remand center, the
Miss Lalie Center, Philipsburg police cells, and the
Simpson Bay border hospice. Report of findings 2019.

This report provides an overview of the detention facilities in St. Maarten, including the Pointe Blanche prison, Miss Lalie Center, police cells in Philipsburg, and the border hospitium in Simpson Bay. The findings indicate some improvements, such as the arrival of temporary cell containers and the repair of the prison roof. However, significant issues remain, including insufficient staffing, inadequate rehabilitation programs, and poor conditions that fail to meet international standards. The report emphasizes the need for urgent reforms, improved staff training, and enhanced living conditions to address these ongoing challenges and ensure compliance with legal requirements.