83-1

Article 83-1 1. The Commissioner for Human Rights in the Republic of Kazakhstan shall contribute to the restoration of violated rights and freedoms of a human and a citizen, promote the rights and freedoms of a human and a citizen. 2. When exercising his/her powers, the Commissioner for Human Rights shall be independent and not accountable to state bodies and officials. 3. During the term of his/her powers, the Commissioner for Human Rights may not be arrested, brought to justice, subjected to administrative penalties imposed in court, brought to criminal responsibility without the consent of the Senate, except for cases of detention at the scene of a crime or serious crimes. 4. The legal status and organization of activities of the Commissioner for Human Rights shall be determined by the constitutional law. Footnote. The Constitution is supplemented by Article 83-1 in accordance with the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated 08.06.2022 (shall be enforced from 08.06.2022).