Study & Learn — Fundamental Human Rights
What protections does the 1992 Constitution give to personal liberty?
Counsel Aid
Protection of personal liberty
The Constitution guarantees that no person shall be deprived of personal liberty except in cases authorised by law 1 · Art. 14. Persons arrested must be informed of the reasons and brought before a court within forty-eight hours 2 · Art. 14(3).
- Right to be informed of the grounds of arrest.
- Right to counsel of one's choice.
- Judicial interpretation 3 · Case law
Ask a follow-up|
Verified source
Constitution of the Republic of Ghana, 1992
The Law, Within Your Reach.