Stateless Person
/ˈsteɪtləs ˈpɜːrsən/
Definitions
- (n.) An individual who is not considered a national by any state under the operation of its law.
The Refugee Convention protects the rights of a stateless person to prevent discrimination.
Forms
- stateless person
- stateless persons
- stateless people's
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Commentary
In legal drafting, it is important to distinguish 'stateless person' from 'refugee' although they may overlap; precise definition is key for applying international protections.
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