2019 — State of Law Enforcement in St. Maarten

The 2019 report by the Law Enforcement Council examines Sint Maarten's justice system, highlighting ongoing challenges such as inadequate resources, slow recovery from hurricane damage, and poor inter-agency cooperation. The report praises efforts in digitalization and youth rehabilitation but raises concerns about persistent issues like prison conditions, lack of victim support, and the limited progress in tackling serious crimes like human trafficking and drug-related offenses. The Council stresses the need for improved legislative frameworks, stronger governmental support, and better resource allocation to enhance law enforcement effectiveness.