Tele-Law Citizen Legal Aid Services
Department / Authority: Department of Justice (Access to Justice)
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What this service does
Department of Justice initiative connecting rural and marginalized citizens with panel lawyers through video conferencing facilities at Common Service Centres (CSCs) for timely, free pre-litigation legal advice.
Who can use it / Eligibility
Free for Women, Children, SC/ST citizens, disaster victims, persons with disabilities, and low-income citizens under Section 12 of Legal Services Authorities Act (Nominal ₹30 for general citizens).
What you'll need (Documents Required)
- 1Aadhaar Card / Mobile Number
- 2Category Certificate (for free legal aid eligibility under Section 12)
- 3Case / Dispute related documents (if available)
How it works (Step-by-Step)
- 1Visit tele-law.in or download the Tele-Law Mobile App.
- 2Register with mobile OTP and enter basic demographic details.
- 3Select dispute category (Land, Family, Dowry, Labour, Consumer, Criminal, Welfare Entitlements).
- 4Choose convenient date and time slot for legal consultation.
- 5Connect with Panel Advocate via video conference or audio call to receive expert legal advice and written opinion.
Visit nearest Common Service Centre (CSC) and request Village Level Entrepreneur (VLE) for Tele-Law booking.
Key Service Facts
Free of Cost for vulnerable sections; ₹30 for general category
Consultation scheduled within 24-48 hours
1800-11-0001 / 15100
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