Civilian internee

Civilian Internee is a term used to describe a civilian who is detained by a party to a conflict. This can occur during times of war or during periods of civil unrest. The detention of civilian internees is governed by international law, specifically the Geneva Conventions and the Hague Conventions.

Definition

A civilian internee is a person who is not a member of the armed forces and who is detained by a party to a conflict. This can occur during times of war or during periods of civil unrest. The term is often used to describe civilians who are held in detention camps or other facilities. The detention of civilian internees is governed by international law, specifically the Geneva Conventions and the Hague Conventions.

Legal Status

Under the Geneva Conventions, civilian internees are entitled to certain rights and protections. These include the right to be treated humanely, the right to communicate with family members, and the right to receive aid from humanitarian organizations. The detaining power is also required to provide for the basic needs of the internees, such as food, clothing, and medical care.

Historical Examples

There have been many instances throughout history where civilians have been interned during times of conflict. For example, during World War II, many civilians were interned in both Axis and Allied countries. In the United States, Japanese-Americans were interned in camps during the war. Similarly, in the United Kingdom, German and Italian civilians were interned.

See Also

• Prisoner of War
• Internment
• Geneva Conventions
• Hague Conventions