Total prison population: 135 prisoners 

Crime trend: Down 31% in 1999

The judicial system is based on British common law. Hanging was resumed in 1998, and plans agreed in 2001 to replace the role of the UK Privy Council with a Caribbean Court of Justice raised fears of more executions. Money laundering and narcotics-related crime are increasing.

From "The Financial Times World Desk Reference" © Dorling Kindersley 2004