'Rights during investigation - self incrimination' in document 'Uruguay - Constitution (English)'

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RELEVANT SECTIONS OF THE IMPLEMENTING LEGISLATION

SECTION II
Rights, Duties and Guarantees

Chapter I

Article 20.
The taking of an oath by the accused in making a declaration or confession regarding his own acts is abolished; and it is prohibited that the accused shall be treated as a criminal.

RELEVANT ROME STATUTE PROVISIONS

Article 55
Rights of persons during an investigation
1. In respect of an investigation under this Statute, a person:
(a) Shall not be compelled to incriminate himself or herself or to confess guilt