Persons Deprived of Liberty Act

5. Right to humane treatment and human dignity of persons deprived of liberty

Edition: 2022-12-31 · In force

5. Right to humane treatment and human dignity of persons deprived of liberty

(1)A person deprived of liberty shall at all times be treated in a humane manner and with respect for their inherent human dignity.

(2)Any person who subjects a person deprived of liberty to cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment commits an offence and shall be liable upon conviction to a fine not exceeding five hundred thousand shillings or imprisonment for a term not exceeding two years, or to both.

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Source: Kenya Law