Action There is a mechanism comprising members of the prosecution service and human rights observers in the three states of Darfur which is there to resolve any problem hampering the work of human rights observers. 1.6 Protection of human rights defenders 1.6.1 No one is arrested unless according to the law and the Constitution. Time frame Needs of the Sudan - A commitment to neutrality, impartiality and transparency through the referral of reports to the Government of the Sudan Short-term Training of law enforcement agencies on human rights standards. Mid-term The Act was presented for public discussion at a workshop held for all interested persons, in addition to relevant governmental bodies and civil society organizations. An arrest is made only where a person has committed a legally-designated offence. Legal proceedings are brought against any accused person under the 1991 Code of Criminal Procedures, which guarantees the right of any accused person or suspect to appeal at all levels of adjudication against any conviction handed down against him. The Government of the Sudan will endeavour to ensure that the relevant laws are enforced. 1.6.2 The Constitution Article 39 of the Interim Constitution of the Republic of the Sudan of 2005, in the bill of rights, recognizes freedom of expression and of the press. The Press and Press Publications Act places no restrictions on freedom of the press and of journalists. A/HRC/5/6 page 60 Para.

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