# The Regulated Services (Service Providers and Responsible Individuals) (Wales) Regulations 2017, Regulation 31: Deprivation of liberty

Extent: E+W

An individual must not be deprived of their liberty for the purpose of receiving care and support without lawful authority.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/wsi/2017/1264/regulation/31 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/regulated-services-service-providers-and-responsible-individuals-wales-regulations-2017/regulation-31
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