General Legal Query Questions
Browse general legal query questions asked by people across India.
Questions in General Legal Query are answered with reference to the Indian Contract Act, 1872, the Consumer Protection Act, 2019 and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, depending on the nature of the dispute. Each answer states the section that applies, the forum that hears the matter and the limitation period, so the position can be checked against the official text at India Code before you act on it.
The forum depends on the facts rather than the label: a dispute described as a family matter may be heard by a family court, a magistrate or a civil judge depending on whether the relief sought is maintenance, custody, injunction or declaration. Where the law has been renumbered by the 2023 criminal law reforms, answers note both the old and the new section numbers.
How long does it take to get a declaration for senior citizens?
How do I file a writ petition after the BNS-BNSS implementation?
How do I file a right to privacy claim as per the Supreme Court judgment?
How do I file for equality before the law without going to court?
How do I file a consumer complaint with online filing?
How do I file a consumer complaint in a criminal case?
Can I file a writ petition after the recent amendment?
Can I file an FIR after the BNS and BNSS implementation?
Can a court order GST compliance under Article 226?
Can a court order a consumer complaint as per the Supreme Court judgment?
Can a court order a consumer complaint after the recent amendment?
Under which law can I file a consumer complaint with online filing?
How long does it take to write a petition as per the Supreme Court?
Who can file a writ petition for senior citizens?
Who can file a consumer complaint for senior citizens?
What is a writ petition as per the Supreme Court judgment?
What is the procedure for consumer complaint under the new Consumer Protection Act?
What is the limitation period for a writ petition in a criminal case?
What is the limitation period for a writ petition after the recent amendments?
What evidence is needed for a consumer complaint as per the Supreme Court?
What documents are needed for a declaration under Indian law?
What defenses are available against a writ petition in the High Court?
What defenses are available against a writ petition after the BNS?
What are the legal consequences of a consumer complaint under the Consumer Protection Act?
What are my rights regarding credit card fraud with online filing?
How long does it take to write a petition under Indian law?
How long does it take to write a petition for women?
How long does it take to write a petition for women?
How long does it take to get a declaration as per the Supreme Court judgment?
What should I do if I want to file a writ petition after the recent amendment?
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Frequently Asked Questions about General Legal Query
How to get free legal aid in India?
Free legal aid is available under the Legal Services Authorities Act 1987. Eligible: women, children, SC/ST, disabled, victims of trafficking, and persons earning less than ₹3 lakh annually. Apply at the District Legal Services Authority or State Legal Services Authority.
What is the difference between civil and criminal cases?
Civil cases involve disputes between private parties seeking compensation or remedies. Criminal cases involve offenses against society punishable by imprisonment or fine. Civil cases are filed by individuals; criminal cases are prosecuted by the State.
How to verify a lawyer credentials in India?
Verify a lawyer credentials on the Bar Council of India website (bcindia.org) or your state Bar Council. Check their enrollment number, year of enrollment, and whether they are an advocate or senior advocate.
What is the fee for filing a court case in India?
Court fees vary by case type and state. Civil suits: ad valorem fees based on claim value (0.5%-4%). Criminal complaints: nominal fees. Consumer complaints: ₹100-₹5,000 based on claim amount. Some categories like family court matters have reduced fees.
How long does a court case take in India?
Court case duration varies: consumer cases 6 months-2 years, family court matters 1-3 years, civil suits 3-10 years, criminal cases 2-7 years. Supreme Court appeals take 2-5 years. Alternative Dispute Resolution (mediation, arbitration) is faster.