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Article 13 1. Everyone has the right to recognition of his/her legal personality and the right to protect his/her rights and freedoms by all means not contradicting the law, including the necessary defense. 2. Everyone shall have the right to legal defense of his rights and freedoms. 3. Everyone shall have the right to take qualified legal assistance. In cases stipulated by law, legal assistance shall be provided free of charge. Footnote: See resolution of the Constitutional Council of the Republic Kazakhstan No. 7/ 2 dated March 29, 1999; No. 1 dated February 15, 2002.