'Rights during trial - adequate preparation of defence' in document 'Italy - Constitution'

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RELEVANT SECTIONS OF THE IMPLEMENTING LEGISLATION

PART I
RIGHTS AND DUTIES OF CITIZENS

TITLE I
CIVIL RELATIONS

Art. 24

Defense is an inviolable right at every stage and instance of legal proceedings.

RELEVANT ROME STATUTE PROVISIONS

Article 67
Rights of the accused
1. In the determination of any charge, the accused shall be entitled to a public hearing, having regard to the provisions of this Statute, to a fair hearing conducted impartially, and to the following minimum guarantees, in full equality:
(b) To have adequate time and facilities for the preparation of the defence and to communicate freely with counsel of the accused's choosing in confidence