1The defendant, even if under precautionary detention measure or detained for any other reason, participates freely in the questioning, except in cases when measures must be taken to prevent the risk of escaping or violence.
2Methods or techniques which may influence the freedom of determination or alter the capacity to recall and evaluate facts shall not be used, even with the consent of the defendant.
3Prior to questioning, the defendant shall be asked expressly whether he has understood his rights, provided in written form, pursuant to Articles 34/a and 34/b of this Code. If the defendant is not informed, since the beginning, about his rights pursuant to the provisions of this Code, his statements may not be used.
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