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Cap. 9 · Criminal Code (Cap. 9)

Cap. 9 Art. 355AUDThe right to communicate, with third persons, while deprived of liberty.

Sub-title IX

In forceOfficial text

(1) The suspect or the accused person who is deprived of liberty shall have the right to communicate without undue delay with at least one third person, such as a relative, friend or other person nominated by him.

(2) A Magistrate may, following a written request from the

Executive Police or any other law enforcement authority or from another authority other than a court exercising judicial functions, limit or defer the exercise of the right referred to in sub-article (1) in view of imperative requirements or proportionate operational requirements.

Amendment history
  • Amended by LI.2016.4