Right to life

(1)Every person has the right to life.

(2)The life of a person begins at conception.

(3)A person shall not be deprived of life intentionally, except to the extent authorised by this Constitution or other written law.

(4)Abortion is not permitted unless, in the opinion of a trained health professional, there is need for emergency treatment, or the life or health of the mother is in danger, or if permitted by any other written law.