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“The present judgment is only an attempt to put in place a mechanism to address delays caused by the non-appearance of legal aid counsels and to prevent the dismissal of cases involving individuals who are already vulnerable and seeking justice.”
Justice Hrishikesh Roy is known for his notable contributions to the causes of alternative dispute settlement and legal aid.
“The right of the accused to defend himself in a criminal trial is guaranteed by Article 21 of the Constitution of India. He is entitled to a fair trial. But if effective legal aid is not made available to an accused who is unable to engage an advocate, it will amount to infringement of his fundamental rights guaranteed by Article 21”
The Division Bench of the Court, while deliberating over the matter, identified 2 major issues- (1) Open Correctional Institutions and (2) Modalities for visitation by lawyers in jail to ensure free legal aid to the deserving prison inmates.
Delhi High Court instructs that if any aid is sought by any litigant eligible for legal aid, then the Legal Service Authorities shall take prompt action.
About the University: Chanakya National Law University (CNLU) is a prestigious law university located in Patna, Bihar, India. It was established in
Bombay High Court was cautious of litigants getting the impression that quality legal services are not provided if they are unable to afford the services of Advocates by paying substantial fees.
About Indian Law Society and ILS Law College, Pune In the year 2023, Indian Law Society has proudly completed its Centenary, marking
ABOUT RGNUL The Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law, Patiala (RGNUL) is an autonomous National Law University (NLU) established under the second
The National Law University Delhi Pro-Bono Club invites applications from students studying law from any law school for an online, ‘Advanced Course
Absence of cross-examination of witnesses resulted in gross miscarriage of justice. The omission of fair and proper trial is not only a violation of fundamental principles of judicial procedure and constitutional mandate but is also a violation of mandatory provisions of Section 304 CrPC
Allahabad high Court: In a case under Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 (‘POCSO’ Act), Ajay Bhanot, J.
About the Legal Aid Clinic The NLIU – Legal Aid Clinic (“LAC”), which is driven by the ethos of Article 39A of
Article 39-A of the Constitution of India provides that the State shall secure that the operation of the legal system, promotes justice
Allahabad High Court: In a bail application filed by the applicant for committing offence under Section 302 of Penal Code,
Meghalaya High Court: The Division Bench of Sanjib Banerjee, CJ. and W. Diengdoh, J. was alarmed by the present criminal
Allahabad High Court: Rajeev Singh, J. allowed an application of revision filed for quashing an order passed by Additional Sessions Judge (POCSO
Delhi High Court: Sanjeev Sachdeva, J. allowed a petition filed against the order of the Appellate Court whereby petitioner’s appeal, against his conviction
Reported by Apurva Singh
Himachal Pradesh High Court: A Division Bench comprising of Surya Kant, CJ. and Ajay Mohan Goel, J. disposed of a writ petition