Persons Deprived of Liberty Act

19. Freedom from forced labour

Edition: 2022-12-31 · In force

19. Freedom from forced labour

(1)Except in the execution of a lawful sentence, a person deprived of liberty shall not be subjected to forced labour.

(2)Notwithstanding subsection (1), a person deprived of liberty may be required to perform such tasks as are necessary—

(a)to ensure cleanliness of the premises at which they are accommodated; or

(b)to facilitate their rehabilitation and personal development, by among other things, being engaged in such day to day activities as the Cabinet Secretary may prescribe.

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Source: Kenya Law