6 Deprivation of liberty: Human rights (DoLS) Introduction Proportionality Article 5 European Convention on Human Rights The Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) Identifying deprivation of liberty The Liberty Protection Safeguards (LPS) Key Learning Points Reflective Exercise Quiz Quiz /4 Chapter 6 Quiz Article 5, European Convention on Human Rights concerns Right to private and family life Right to liberty and security of person. Right to have pets Freedom from torture Article 5 is a limited right which means It only applies on Sundays It only applies to adults It can be interfered with in specific situations If the doctor certifies Article 5 can be breached providing: It is done according to legal procedure The person responsible for breaching the right is wearing a recognisable uniform Is a medical practitioner Is a police officer For the Deprivation of liberty Safeguards to be used the person has to be Over 16 Over 18 Over 21 Under 90 Your score is 0% Restart quiz Next:Introduction 0 Introduction 1 Reflecting on values and bias within mental capacity decision-making 2 The history and current context of mental capacity legislation and policy 3 The concept of mental capacity 4 Best interests 5 Supported decision making 6 Deprivation of liberty: human rights 7 MCA in clinical decisions for care and treatment 8 MCA and the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) role 9 Conclusion