ABSTRACT
The subject of this chapter is what might be best characterized as detention law. Following a brief introduction, Part 2 begins by examining the concept of the prisoner of war, how exactly that status is defined and assessed, and the basic protections that flow from a prisoner of war designation. The chapter then shifts focus to another, more unique status—non-combatant members of the armed forces, in other words medical and religious personnel—and the treatment to which they are to be subjected. Furthermore, the detention of civilians assessed as representing a threat to friendly forces is explained. Part 3 discusses detainee treatment in depth. Finally, Part 4 closes by outlining the status and treatment of captives in NIACs.
