Correctional Services Act, 1998 (Act No. 111 of 1998)

Chapter III : Custody of all Inmates under Conditions of Human Dignity

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1)	Every inmate is entitled to consult on any legal matter with a legal practitioner of his or her choice at his or her own expense.

2)	The Minister may, by regulation, impose restrictions on the manner in which such consultations are conducted if such restrictions are necessary for the safe custody of inmates, but legal confidentiality must be respected.

3)	The Head of the Correctional Centre must take reasonable steps to enable inmates to exercise the substantive rights referred to in section 6(3).

4)	Remand detainees must be provided with the opportunities and facilities to prepare their defence.