Chapter Two – Fundamental Human Rights
Article 31 – Procedural rights
Every person has the right to apply to a court to defend his/her rights. The right to a fair and timely trial shall be ensured.
Article 8 – Fair trial and expediency of justice
2. The accused shall have the right to the expediency of justice within the time limits prescribed by this Code. A person may relinquish this right if so required for the appropriate preparation of the defence.
1. In the determination of any charge, the accused shall be entitled to a public hearing, having regard to the provisions of this Statute, to a fair hearing conducted impartially, and to the following minimum guarantees, in full equality:
(c) To be tried without undue delay;