Launch of 'Legal Aid Defense Counseling System (LADCS)'

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The Uttar Pradesh government launched the 'Legal Aid Defense Counseling System (LADCS)' on 22 June 2023.

An Overview of the News

• LADCS is implemented under Uttar Pradesh State Legal Services Authority.

• This program will be effective for two years.

Objective of LADCS:

• LADCS aims to provide free legal aid to the needy, especially in criminal matters.

• This program operates in districts or headquarters under Uttar Pradesh.

Legal Aid Services:

• LADCS offers representation, trial and appeal in all Sessions, Special, Magistrate and Executive Courts.

• The primary focus is on providing legal aid services in criminal matters.

Legal Advice and Assistance:

• LADCS provides legal advice and assistance to persons appearing in the District Court/Office for their defence.

• This provision ensures guidance and support throughout the legal process.

Appeal in Criminal Cases:

• LADCS assists individuals in filing appeals at various stages of criminal cases.

• It includes pre-arrest, post-arrest, bail, trial and remand phases.

• This assistance is provided under the National Legal Services Authority scheme.

Benefits of LADCS (Legal Aid and Community Development Scheme):

• Direct benefits to SC/ST and victims of illegal acts

• Assistance to Industrial Workers

• Assistance to people in police custody

• Assistance to persons affected by disasters (ethnic violence, flood, drought, earthquake, industrial disaster)

• Support for mentally ill persons (in safe homes, mental hospitals or nursing homes)

• Inclusion of low income individuals (annual income < ₹3,00,000).

About Uttar Pradesh

• It is a state located in the northern part of India.

• It has a population of over 240 million, making it the most populous state in India as well as the most populous subdivision in the world.

• The state was officially established in 1950.

Chief Minister - Yogi Adityanath

Capital - Lucknow (Executive Branch)

Governor - Anandiben Patel

Rajya Sabha - 31 seats

Lok Sabha - 80 seats