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Analysis of SC ruling on unlawful arrest of Azath Salley under PTA
Case Overview This Supreme Court fundamental rights application concerns the alleged violation of constitutional rights under Articles 12(1), 13(1), and 13(2) of the Sri Lankan Constitution. The petitioner, Sansoon Salley Mohamed Azath, a political figure and leader of the National Unity Alliance, challenged his arrest and detention under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA), claiming…
Scope of legal professional privilege in Sri Lanka
What is protected by legal professional privilege? While neither the Evidence Ordinance nor the Supreme Court Rules explicitly reference the term “legal professional privilege,” legal professional privilege operates in Sri Lanka in a similar manner to other common-law jurisdictions. Evidence Ordinance Under the Evidence Ordinance, no attorney is permitted, unless with a client’s express consent,…
Recovery of Loans by Banks (Special Provisions) (Amendment)
Recovery of Loans by Banks (Special Provisions) (Amendment) Act, No. 26 of 2024, was certified on May 8, 2024, by the Parliament of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka. This act amends the Recovery of Loans by Banks (Special Provisions) Act, No. 4 of 1990. Key Amendments: Download Amendment: http://documents.gov.lk/files/act/2024/5/26-2024_E.pdf
The Latest Amendments to the Companies Act, No. 07 of 2007
The Companies (Amendment) Act, No. 23 of 2024, of Sri Lanka introduces several key changes to the existing Companies Act, No. 07 of 2007. Below is a summary of the amendments: Download the Amendments: http://documents.gov.lk/files/act/2024/4/23-2024_E.pdf
The Latest Amendments to the Shop and Office Employees Act
The Shop and Office Employees (Regulation of Employment and Remuneration) (Amendment) Act, No. 28 of 2024, introduces several significant changes to the principal enactment (Chapter 129). Here are the key amendments: Download Amendment Act: http://documents.gov.lk/files/act/2024/5/28-2024_E.pdf
Salient points and impact of the Gender Equality Bill
The Gender Equality Bill, presented by the Minister of Women, Child Affairs, and Social Empowerment in Sri Lanka, aims to address systemic gender inequalities and promote gender equality across various sectors. Here are the salient points and potential impacts of the bill: Download Gender Equality Bill: http://documents.gov.lk/files/bill/2024/5/496-2024_E.pdf Salient Points of the Gender Equality Bill Impact…
Latest Amendments to the Partition Act
The Partition (Amendment) Act, No. 27 of 2024, introduces several key amendments to the Partition Law, No. 21 of 1977 of Sri Lanka. Here are the key amendments summarized: Download Amendment Act: http://www.documents.gov.lk/files/act/2024/5/27-2024_E.pdf
LankaLAW – First ever AI Assistant for Legal Research launched in Sri Lanka
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka – March 30, 2024 Chat2Find company engaged in conversational AI has officially announced the launch of LankaLAW an Artificially Intelligent (AI) powered Legal Assistant for Sri Lanka for Legal Research, Analysis and Advise. This is a part of Chat2Find initiative to release series of AI powered Assistants to Sri Lankan market as announced in…
Laws and Regulations applicable to Insurance Industry in Sri Lanka
The Regulation of Insurance Industry Act, No. 43 of 2000 is a key piece of legislation that governs the insurance industry in Sri Lanka. It has been amended several times to update and refine the regulatory framework for insurance companies operating within the country. Here are the details of the Act and its amendments based…
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LankaLAW Forum : Sri Lanka’s #1 Discussion Platform for Legal Questions and Answers
LankaLaw Forum provide you an interactive platform to find instant answers for all your legal questions through live interaction with lawyers and industry professionals. Forum has dedicated special sections for key areas of law including Commercial Law, Property Law, Immigration Law, Family Law, Criminal Law (including Traffic Law), Consumer Law, Debt Recovery Law, Intellectual Property…
What are the key aspects of the Online Safety Act?
The Online Safety Act, No. 9 of 2024, as outlined in the provided context, includes several key aspects: These aspects are designed to provide a framework for online safety and to address the misuse of online platforms in Sri Lanka. The Act emphasizes the protection of citizens from harmful online content and the accountability of…
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Acts of Parliament (2007-2024)
LankaLAW provide legal resources required by lawyers and legal professionals for their day to day reference. Given below is the Acts passed by the Parliament of Sri Lanka since 2007.