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Freedom of Assembly and Association

(1) The right to peaceful assembly is recognized and guaranteed; every person shall have the right to freedom of association with others, including the right to form or join political parties, associations and trade or professional unions for the protection of his or her interests. (2) Formation and registration of political parties, associations and trade unions shall be regulated by law as is necessary in a democratic society. (3) No association shall function as a political party at the National or state level unless it has: (a) its membership open to any South Sudanese irrespective of religion, gender, ethnic origin or place of birth; (b) a programme that does not...

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Freedom of Expression and Media

(1) Every citizen shall have the right to the freedom of expression, reception and dissemination of information, publication, and access to the press without prejudice to public order, safety or morals as prescribed by law. (2) All levels of government shall guarantee the freedom of the press and other media as shall be regulated by law in a democratic society. (3) All media shall abide by professional ethics....

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Fair Trial

(1)An accused person is presumed to be innocent until his or her guilt is proved according to the law. (2) Any person who is arrested shall be informed, at the time of arrest, of the reasons for his or her arrest and shall be promptly informed of any charges against him or her. (3) In all civil and criminal proceedings, every person shall be entitled to a fair and public hearing by a competent court of law in accordance with procedures prescribed by law. (4) A person arrested by the police as part of an investigation, may be held in detention, for a period not exceeding 24 hours and...

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