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Article 11

Everyone charged with a penal offence has the right to be presumed innocent until proved guilty according to law in a public trial at which he has had all the guarantees necessary for his defence…

People living with HIV; people affected by TB; drug users; sex workers; men having sex with men and trans*people must not be subjected to criminal prosecution because they belong to vulnerable populations. Their criminal prosecution must be based exclusively on the law applicable to everyone. Every accused must be ensured access to legal support, including free attorney assistance services provided by the government, if necessary. Any criminal accusations of key group representatives made by public officials or other persons are unlawful and may be appealed.

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