ADVOKS GLOBAL · KENYA
Persons Deprived of Liberty Act
23. Rights of persons with disabilities
Edition: 2022-12-31 · In force
23. Rights of persons with disabilities
(1)Where persons with disabilities are deprived of liberty under any legal process, they shall be treated on an equal basis with others and shall be entitled to such guarantees as are in accordance with the Constitution and the law relating to the protection of the rights of persons with disabilities.(2)Persons with disabilities deprived of liberty shall be accommodated in facilities that adequately meet their personal needs, taking into account the condition and nature of their disability.(3)The Competent Authorities shall take appropriate measures to facilitate humane treatment and respect for the privacy, legal capacity and inherent human dignity of persons with disabilities deprived of liberty.