Which of the following rights cannot be taken away under both the LPS and LDD acts?

The right to refuse psychosurgery cannot be taken away under both the Lanterman-Petris-Short (LPS) Act and the Lanterman Developmental Disabilities (LDD) Act. These legislative frameworks emphasize the importance of individual autonomy and informed consent, particularly in regard to medical procedures and interventions. Psychosurgery is considered a highly invasive procedure that significantly alters an individual's brain function and could affect their capacity for decision-making.

Under both acts, protecting an individual's right to make decisions about their own medical care is fundamental, especially when it comes to treatments that involve risks or ethical considerations. This recognizes the importance of consent and personal rights in the context of mental health treatment and developmental disabilities, ensuring that individuals maintain the authority to refuse such significant interventions.

The other rights listed, while important, may not be protected in the same way under the specific provisions of the LPS and LDD acts, allowing for the possibility of restrictions based on the individual's circumstances or legal status.