Beyond national laws, are seen as universal entitlements for every person, regardless of nationality, race, or religion. The United Nations monitors these through international treaties like the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
: Protect the rights of the accused, including the right to a speedy trial, a fair jury, and protection against "cruel and unusual punishment". 2. Universal Human Rights Beyond national laws, are seen as universal entitlements
A "right" is a legal, social, or ethical principle of freedom or entitlement. Essentially, rights are the fundamental rules about what is allowed of people or owed to them according to a specific legal system, social convention, or ethical theory. 1. The U.S. Bill of Rights Beyond national laws
Introduction - Bill of Rights: Topics in Chronicling America regardless of nationality