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Why did the High Court rule indefinite immigration detention unlawful?

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Stateless Person in Indefinite Detention

This chapter discusses the case of a stateless person who is qualified for refugee status but cannot be returned to his home country due to the risk of persecution. It raises questions about how Australia is protecting stateless people who do not meet the refugee definition but cannot be sent back to any country. The chapter also highlights the unusual proceedings of the High Court hearing regarding the person's detention, where the court issued an order without reserving its judgement.

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