Freedom and security of the person (section 12)

Description:

12. 1. Everyone has the right to freedom and security of the person, which includes the right ­
a. not to be deprived of freedom arbitrarily or without just cause;
b. not to be detained without trial;
c. to be free from all forms of violence from either public or private sources;
d. not to be tortured in any way; and
e. not to be treated or punished in a cruel, inhuman or degrading way.

2. Everyone has the right to bodily and psychological integrity, which includes the right ­
a. to make decisions concerning reproduction;
b. to security in and control over their body; and
c. not to be subjected to medical or scientific experiments without their informed consent.

- The South African Bill of Rights (Chapter 2 of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa)

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