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The Dutch Approach to Extremist Offenders

Related topic:

Management of Foreign Terrorist Fighters, Volunteers, and Their Families

Description:

This policy brief examines the Dutch approach to extremist offenders, outlining how the Netherlands has developed legal frameworks, prison regimes and rehabilitation and reintegration policies tailored to individuals convicted of extremist‑related offences. It describes the use of specialised detention units that concentrate extremist offenders, the evolution of national counter‑terrorism responses, and how Dutch authorities integrate supervision, rehabilitation and reintegration into a comprehensive strategy, providing practical insights into balancing enforcement with tailored support for disengagement and reduced recidivism.

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Language:

English

Date: 

11.03.2026

Proposed by:

PPHS

Source:

International Centre for Counter‑Terrorism (ICCT), 2020