SHORT ANSWER:
The Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC) ensures the right to legal representation for the accused.
DETAILS:
- Section 303 of the CrPC states that an accused person has the right to be defended by a lawyer of their choice.
- If the accused cannot afford a lawyer, the court may appoint one at the state's expense under Section 304.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Denial of legal representation can lead to a violation of the accused's rights, impacting the fairness of the trial.
SOURCE:
- Criminal Procedure Code, 1973
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