Mendez Principles

Practical steps, based on the Mendez Principles, promote ethical, more effective practices to end torture and reduce crime and violence.

Americans are increasingly interested not only in reallocating police resources, but also making policing more effective and more ethical.

As the UN marks the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture, a reminder of the many forms of such abuse that are prohibited.

To eliminate interrogation abuses, consistently bar all information gained via torture or cruel, inhumane and degrading treatment.

Philosopher-jurist Jeremy Bentham's “ticking bomb scenario,” often cited to justify torture, has spawned wild misconceptions.

The demonstrated effectiveness of evidence-based methods strengthens the argument against torture and ill-treatment.

Defense Secretary Austin should convene an expert panel to ensure that methods used are informed by current science.

Three national jurisdictions that have introduced legal and effective techniques demonstrate that change is possible and is already underway.

Probing memory requires delicacy and care, because the method can change what the subject recalls -- and they wouldn't even be aware of it.

Former UN Rapporteur on Torture says interrogations that reject coercive and abusive methods and build rapport are necessary and achievable.

New guidance points the way to scientifically sound, lawful, human rights-compliant, and effective practices.