Article 7: Fair Trial
Chapter I - Bill of Rights, Freedoms and Responsibilities·~1 min read
In the determination of his or her civil rights and obligations or of any criminal charge against him or her, every person is entitled to a fair and public hearing within a reasonable time by an independent and impartial court or tribunal established by law.
Every person charged with a criminal offence shall be presumed innocent until proved guilty according to law.
Every person charged with a criminal offence has the following minimum rights: to be informed promptly of the nature and cause of the accusation against him or her; to have adequate time and facilities for the preparation of his or her defence; to defend himself or herself in person or through legal assistance; to examine or have examined witnesses against him or her; and to have the free assistance of an interpreter if he or she cannot understand or speak the language used in court.
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Notes
Comprehensive right to fair trial with minimum procedural guarantees.