The right to legal assistance under Section 40 of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act,…
Section 40 entitles the family or guardian to a legal counsel of their choice "for any offence under this Act", without confining the right to a particular stage. It is…
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The right to legal assistance under Section 40 of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 is available during:
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Section 40 entitles the family or guardian to a legal counsel of their choice "for any offence under this Act", without confining the right to a particular stage. It is therefore not limited to the trial, the investigation or an appeal.