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People with disabilities have the right to be considered competent and to conduct their own affairs, unless determined by a court of law to lack such capacity. They have protection of civil rights in commitment and release proceedings and the right to humane treatment during confinement.

HDRC can help address a variety of issues relating to justice, including:

• Termination of Guardianship
• Lack of Equal Protection
• Lack of Mental Health Treatment in Detention Facilities
• Delay of Process in Commitment and Release Proceedings
• Accommodations in Judicial Proceedings, such as Sign Language Interpreters

People with disabilities who are detained by lawful means or placed under arrested have the right to:

• Freedom from Abuse and Neglect
  People with disabilities should not be abused or neglected during detention or denied rights in pre-sentencing, be  subject to inhumane treatment during detention, delays in release after commitment, or denied rights during probation or parole. 
• Accessible Communities
  Judicial and detention facilities must be accessible to people with disabilities.
• Independence, Productivity, Integration and Inclusion
  People with disabilities have the right to competent and timely legal representation.

If you believe your rights have been violated, we can help.