Immigration Detainees to Remain Behind Bars Following Landmark High Court Case

The High Court has ruled against a legal challenge brought by an Iranian asylum seeker who refused to cooperate with the Australian government.

A general view of the High Court of Australia in Canberra, Australia, on Nov. 5, 2020. AAP Image/Lukas Coch

The Labor government has won a landmark High Court case that will have significant implications on the country’s immigration system and the fate of hundreds of asylum seekers in indefinite detention.

On May 10, Australia’s highest court handed down its judgment that ruled against a legal challenge brought by an Iranian asylum seeker.