OHCHR – Secretary-General’s report on human rights in the administration of justice: neurotechnology and emerging technologies (pursuant to A/RES/79/172)
Examines the application of neurotechnology — fMRI lie detection, neuroimaging in sentencing, and algorithmic risk assessment tools – to criminal justice, arguing these threaten cognitive liberty, the privilege against self-incrimination, and the right to a fair trial under the ICCPR. Integrates the UNESCO Recommendation on Neurotechnology Ethics (November 2025) and addresses a specific SIDS dimension on capacity gaps. Calls for a binding international instrument.
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