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This paper considers the human rights implications of the Schengen Information System (SIS). The author argues that the proposals of the European Commission for a European Border Management Strategy entail a risk to the protection of the right to privacy. Moreover, it also interferes with the freedom of movement and the principle of non-discrimination. A case study illustrates that the outcome of national proceedings dealing with an SIS alert can be very different. The author concludes with recommendations to guarantee individuals' rights to effective remedies and to improve the position and powers of national courts.