2018 — State of Law Enforcement in St. Maarten

The 2018 report by the Law Enforcement Council evaluates the justice system in St. Maarten, focusing on challenges such as the slow recovery from hurricanes Irma and Maria, inadequate resources, and poor coordination among justice organizations. The report highlights significant issues like the dire state of the Pointe Blanche prison, the closure of the Miss Lalie Center for youth rehabilitation, and the need for strengthened border controls. It stresses the importance of structural reforms, better financial planning, and improved inter-agency cooperation to enhance law enforcement and public safety.