What are the legal rights of a person with developmental disabilities?
Each person is guaranteed the same rights afforded to every citizen of Kansas. Some, but not all, of these rights are specifically mentioned in K.A.R. 30-63-22 summarized below: 1. Being free from abuse, neglect or exploitation; 2. Having control over personal finances; 3. Receiving, purchasing, and using personal property; 4. Participating in meaningful decision making; 5. Privacy; 6. Practicing the religion or faith of your choice; 7. Being free of excessive medication or restrictive procedures without consent; 8. Being paid for work; and, 9. Being treated with dignity and respect. No right may be restricted unless it could result in imminent and significant danger to a person or is limited by court order.
