2. In order to acquire and to exercise membership of any kind of organization as well as in order to form any kind of organization within or without the Reich Labor Service, the members of the Reich Labor Service must first obtain the authorization of the Reich Labor Service. The acquisition of membership of the National Socialist Party does not necessitate an authorization.
Article 18
The members of the Reich Labor Service must obtain an authorization in order to get married.
Article 19
The members of the Reich Labor Service must obtain an authorization in order to carry on a trade, for themselves and the members of their household, as well as in order to accept a paid, supplementary occupation.
Article 20
1. The members of the Reich Labor Service can refuse the position of a guardian, trustee, foster-father and supporter as well as any honorary occupation in the service of the Reich, country, community or the party.
2. An authorization is necessary for the acceptance of such a function. It can only be refused in vital cases.
Article 21
Members of the Reich Labor Service are entitled to free medical treatment and care in the case of sickness and accidents, according to special regulations.