Malawi

The Constitution of the Republic of Malawi

CHAPTER IV
HUMAN RIGHTS

42. Arrest, detention and fair trial

(2) Every person arrested for, or accused of, the alleged commission of an offence shall, in addition to the rights which he or she has as a detained person, have the right —

(f) as an accused person, to a fair trial, which shall include the right —
(v) to be represented by a legal practitioner of his or her choice or, where it is required in the interests of justice, to be provided with legal representation at the expense of the State, and to be informed of these rights ;

Keywords

Rights during trial - legal assistance
Legal Aid
Rights during trial - counsel of accused's choosing



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