Human Rights a Casualty of the War on Terror?

Human Rights Watch expresses concern over the government's crackdown on criminal defendants in the wake of the Casablanca bombings. In particular, Human Rights Watch notes that defendants can be detained for up to 10 days without being allowed to see a lawyer, and for up to 12 days before being brought before a judge. On a positive note, the Report discusses the Equity and Reconciliation Commission established to address human rights abuses under Hassan II, although it suggests the Commission's powers do not extend far enough. Human Rights Watch's summary links to a full 70-page report.