Alternativy k detencím v migračním kontextu: zahraniční praxe a možnosti českého systému

Although the detention of foreign nationals is often presented as a rational solution to state border control, a growing international trend calls for its reduction. There are several reasons for this: concerns about human rights violations, frequent arbitrariness, inefficiency, or high cost. Foreign research and practice are moving towards promoting alternatives that are considered more appropriate and humane solutions with the potential to contribute to positive social and legal change. Anchoring these alternatives is also important for the Czech Republic in terms of its international obligations. Although it is a topical issue of growing importance, not much attention has been paid to this issue in Czech research so far. At the same time, the current system of alternatives to detention in the Czech Republic appears to be almost dysfunctional and the currently proposed new Act on the Residence of Foreigners does not seem to bring about change. It is therefore worth looking at examples of good foreign practice which show that it is possible to create a functional system of alternatives to detention. These can serve as inspiration for the Czech Republic in future reforms of the current situation.