Guyana

Constitution of the Co-operative Republic of Guyana Act 1980 with 1996 reforms

PART 2
SPECIFIC RULES

TITLE 1
PROTECTION OF FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS AND FREEDOMS OF THE INDIVIDUAL

144. Provision to secure protection of the law.

(13) Nothing contained in paragraph (2) (d) shall be construed as entitling a person to legal representation at public expense but, subject thereto, it shall be the duty of the State to ensure that every person charged with a criminal offense is given a fair trial and accordingly to make provision for legal aid to be given in suitable cases.

Keywords

Fair trial standards
Legal Aid



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