We offer free legal advice through our toll-free lines. JCU was founded in 2009 to provide free legal advice to poor, vulnerable and marginalized people and communities in Uganda so that they can exercise their rights. The JCU model aims to empower vulnerable communities to claim their rights and demand political and social change through the provision of high-quality human rights-based mutual legal assistance, awareness-raising and advocacy services. JCU tackles hard-to-reach areas where few or no resources are available for constructive dispute resolution. Objectives of Uganda Justice Centres• Raising awareness of human rights and empowering communities to claim their rights.• Empowering vulnerable individuals and communities to effectively resolve disputes through litigation and alternative dispute resolution (ADR);• Human rights-based and evidence-based advocacy for law reform, policies and practices.• Pilot justice centres as a service delivery model for legal aid services in Uganda. HRCU is licensed by the Law Council to provide legal assistance and is also a member of the Uganda Law Society, the Legal Aid Service Providers Network (LASPNET) and the National Coalition for Human Rights Defenders Uganda (NCHRD-U). » Objectives By providing legal assistance and legal representation to individuals and communities in need, alternative dispute resolution, disputes in the public interest, research and analysis projects, legal literacy and advocacy campaigns, training and capacity building programs, publications, conferences and documentation, the Centre contributes to a better Uganda where rights are respected, laws are valued and all citizens have confidence in public institutions. Justice centres are a one-stop-shop model for the provision of mutual legal assistance services that aims to bridge the gap between the supply and demand of the justice system by providing legal assistance in civil and criminal matters to the poor, marginalized and vulnerable, while empowering individuals and communities to claim their rights and demand political and social change. However, there is no political or legal framework that regulates the different providers of legal aid. That is why a national law on legal aid is needed. The law will address all aspects of legal aid: promoting the rights of vulnerable communities by providing high-quality human rights-based legal assistance, raising awareness of legal rights, raising public awareness, awareness-raising, empowerment and advocacy. Type of admission of legal aid clients: HRCU receives clients either through walk-in visits to their offices, calls on their toll-free line 0800-333000, remittances from other institutions/human rights organizations or in case of emergency.

A tool developed by the Uganda Law Society that provides quick access to free or low-cost legal information and legal assistance. Keep in mind that this tool may not provide individual support or information about your specific case, but may use the available data to guide you through official procedures and documentation in accordance with ugandan laws. In addition, JCU aims to build and strengthen its partnerships with national and international academic and research institutions in order to create a strong network of personnel in the field of legal law research. Together and with our findings, we are able to advocate for changes in laws, policies and practices to support social change in Uganda in the long term. Professor`s house, 2nd floor, plot 28/30 Bombo Road, P.O. Box 29285, KAMPALATel:+256-414-200-203, +256-757-200-204 Email: n ]]> ]]>This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it! ]]>, n ]]> ]]>This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it! ]]> website: www.legalaid.ug Raise awareness of legal and human rights and empower communities to exercise their rights. In this context, Justice Centres Uganda was founded within the judiciary by the Chief Justice`s 2010 Circular Number One as a JLOS project. The establishment of the Ugandan Justice Centres followed a consultation process conducted from 2006 to 2008. Civil society organizations, the Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, the Justice and Order Sector (JLOS) and development partners have been involved in this process. From this process, it was agreed that the State should be involved in the provision of legal assistance to the people of Uganda.

The JCU was therefore established to draw lessons in support of the development of national legal aid policy and legislation, as well as the establishment of a comprehensive national legal aid institution. Why legal aid? It is important to note that legal aid is more holistic and goes beyond judicial representation. It also includes; Legal education and awareness and alternative dispute resolution, among others. Strengthen the institutional capacity of the JCU to provide legal aid on behalf of the State. Through media engagements such as radio talk shows, the toll-free line 0800 333 000, the inclusion of the provision of legal aid services in all HRCU activities, IEC materials, partnerships and networks, legal aid services will also be easily accessible to all people. One of the foundations of JCU`s advocacy work is a dense and comprehensive monitoring and evaluation strategy. Using a results-based monitoring and management approach, the performance of JCU and its employees is evaluated, evaluated and improved. Equally important, the results serve as a direct indicator of the most relevant and challenging legal issues for the poor, vulnerable and marginalized in Uganda.

Vision: Vulnerable societies that have access to high-quality legal services and realize their rights. An annual report will be produced to provide an overview of how JCU has facilitated access to justice for the poor and vulnerable in Uganda. In addition, other research topics on access to justice and the impact of access to legal aid are relevant and are being investigated within UCJ departments. CLA exists to be the best legal aid provider in Uganda. His vision is a better Uganda where rights are respected, laws are valued and all citizens have confidence in public institutions. The essence and fundamental principles of mutual legal assistance are the human rights obligations of the State to ensure and guarantee full access to justice for all its citizens. The reality is that a large percentage of Ugandans cannot afford legal advice due to extreme deprivation. The Uganda Bureau of Statistics` (UBOS) 2016/2017 National Survey found that at least 21% of Ugandans are chronically poor (having been poor for more than a period) and spend less than $1.2 (UGX 4,000) per day on average. According to LASPNET, 80% of Ugandans cannot afford legal representation (Laspnet, 2018; Fact Sheet on Legal Aid in Uganda.). The National Legal Aid Bill – a small step with great impactThanks to the state`s dissertation program and the creation of the JCU, the government is involved in the provision of legal aid. Nevertheless, geographical restrictions and the large number of cases lead to a gap in the provision of legal assistance, which is filled by various organizations and NGOs that help those who are destitute and cannot afford to pay for a paid lawyer. The Attorney-General of Uganda is the principal legal adviser to the Government of Uganda.

The justice centres represent the beginning of fundamental efforts to restructure the provision of legal aid in Uganda and the sole objective is to make legal aid easily accessible and accessible at the right time for the most deserving population and in the right place. In Uganda, the State is constitutionally obliged to provide legal aid to persons accused of capital offences (Article 28(3)(e) of the Constitution). This is also known as the State Brief Scheme. However, the State Brief Scheme covers only criminal cases, but not all criminal cases – especially capital offences. This essentially leaves out people with civil cases and other crimes who cannot afford a lawyer. This makes it difficult for these people, as the legal and legal processes and procedures are complex and you need a lawyer to lead the process skillfully. E-mail: info[at]justicecentres.go.ugWebsite: www.justicecentres.go.ug Services offered: HRCU provides professional, practical and in-depth legal advice, legal assistance, advice, legal representation of human rights defenders (HRDs) and referrals to partner organisations through an established and robust network with other legal aid service providers such as LASPNET. This is crucial, as awareness of rights is low among many people, especially the needy and vulnerable. Those who are fortunate enough to know their rights may not be able to afford a lawyer. People who cannot afford a lawyer or paid legal services are therefore at a disadvantage because the state does not provide them with all legal services. Districts served by justice centres: Lira: amolatar, Pader, Apac, Kitgum, Oyam, Dokolo, Kaberamaido and Kotido districts.

Tororo: Bukwa, Bududa, Manafwa, Busia, Pallisa, Butaleja, Namutamba, Bugiri and Iganga districts. » BeneficiariesIn people and communities in need of justice CONTACT PERSON(S)Isaac Semakadde Kimeze FounderTel: +256-704 261501Email: n ]]> ]]>This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it! ]]> Understand your duties and responsibilities when acting as a self-represented litigator in the Ugandan judicial system. If you are thinking about representing yourself in court, you should know that you have an absolute right to do so. However, you should also be aware that there are significant risks and liabilities associated with this right. Prepare appropriately by learning about legal proceedings. Understand the rules of the court.