'Rights during trial - counsel of accused's choosing' in document 'Bangladesh - Constitution'

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RELEVANT SECTIONS OF THE IMPLEMENTING LEGISLATION

Constitution of Bangladesh

PART III - FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS

Safeguards as to arrest and detention

33. (1) No person who is arrested shall be detained in custody without being informed as soon as may be of the grounds for such arrest nor shall he be denied the right to consult and be defended by a legal practitioner of his choice.

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