Which section of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 entitles the child’s family…
Section 40 entitles the family or guardian to legal counsel of their choice, subject to the applicable rules on prosecution. If they cannot afford counsel, the Legal…
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Which section of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 entitles the child’s family or guardian to assistance from legal counsel of their choice, subject to the applicable rules on prosecution?
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Correct answer D
Section 40 entitles the family or guardian to legal counsel of their choice, subject to the applicable rules on prosecution. If they cannot afford counsel, the Legal Services Authority must provide a lawyer.
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Option A
Section 41 provides an exception concerning medical examination or treatment undertaken with the requisite consent.
Option B
Section 39 concerns guidelines for assistance by experts and other persons during the pre-trial and trial stages.
Option C
Section 43 concerns publicity for the Act and training of relevant officials.
Option D
Section 40 gives the child’s family or guardian the qualified right to assistance from legal counsel of their choice.
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