1. General Information

LegalMitra is an AI-powered legal assistant designed to provide legal information and assistance for Indian laws. This service is intended for informational and educational purposes only.

2. Not Legal Advice

The information, documents, and responses provided by LegalMitra do not constitute legal advice, legal representation, or the formation of an attorney-client relationship. LegalMitra is not a substitute for professional legal counsel from a qualified advocate or attorney.

You should always consult a qualified legal professional for:

• Matters requiring court representation
• Specific advice for your unique circumstances
• Document review and filing
• Legal strategy and case preparation

3. Accuracy and Completeness

While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date legal information based on Indian laws and regulations:

• Laws and regulations are subject to frequent changes through amendments, notifications, and judicial pronouncements
• Case law interpretations may vary between courts and over time
• State-specific laws may differ from central legislation
• Information is current as of [Last Update Date] and may not reflect recent changes
• Users must independently verify all citations, statutes, and case laws before relying on them

4. Case Law and Citations

LegalMitra provides case law citations and legal precedents sourced from:

• Indian Kanoon (indiankanoon.org) and other legal databases
• Publicly available court judgments and legal repositories

Important:

• Always verify case citations independently
• Check current validity status (not overruled/distinguished)
• Case law should be verified through official law reports (AIR, SCC, etc.)
• We provide attribution to original sources but are not responsible for accuracy of third-party content

5. No Warranties

LegalMitra is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to:

• Accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of information
• Merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
• Non-infringement of third-party rights
• Uninterrupted or error-free service

6. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, LegalMitra and its operators shall not be liable for any:

• Direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
• Loss of data, loss of profits, or business interruption
• Legal consequences arising from reliance on information provided
• Damages resulting from unauthorized access to your data
• Errors or omissions in the content provided

Maximum liability is limited to the amount paid (if any) for use of this service.

7. User Responsibility

Users are solely responsible for:

• ✅ Verifying accuracy and applicability of all information
• ✅ Consulting qualified legal professionals before taking legal action
• ✅ Ensuring compliance with applicable laws
• ✅ Making informed decisions based on professional legal advice
• ✅ Checking limitation periods and procedural deadlines
• ✅ Maintaining confidentiality of their own sensitive information

8. Data Privacy and Security ⭐ **NEW - IMPORTANT**

8.1 Data Collection

Current Version (v1.0):

• We do NOT store your conversations or queries
• We do NOT collect personal identifiable information
• All conversations are processed in real-time and not saved

Future Versions:

• If we implement conversation history, you will be notified
• Data handling will comply with the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023

8.2 Your Rights Under DPDP Act, 2023

As a Data Principal, you have the right to:

• Access your data (if we store any in future)
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request erasure of your data
• Withdraw consent at any time
• File complaints with the Data Protection Board

8.3 What NOT to Share

DO NOT input highly sensitive information including:

• ❌ Aadhaar numbers, PAN cards, or government IDs
• ❌ Bank account details or financial passwords
• ❌ Confidential case details that could identify parties
• ❌ Sensitive personal data of third parties
• ❌ Trade secrets or confidential business information
• ❌ Information that could prejudice ongoing legal proceedings

8.4 Data Security

While we implement reasonable security measures:

• We cannot guarantee absolute security of data transmission over the internet
• Users are responsible for maintaining confidentiality of information they input
• In case of a data breach (if applicable), we will notify affected users as required by law

9. Intellectual Property

9.1 Service Content

• LegalMitra's software, design, and original content are proprietary
• Case laws, statutes, and regulations belong to their respective sources

9.2 User-Generated Content

• You retain ownership of content you input
• We may use anonymized data to improve service quality
• Generated documents are provided for your use but should be reviewed by a legal professional

10. Prohibited Uses

You agree NOT to use LegalMitra for:

• ❌ Illegal activities or purposes
• ❌ Harassing, threatening, or defaming others
• ❌ Attempting to gain unauthorized access to the system
• ❌ Reverse engineering or copying the service
• ❌ Commercial resale without authorization
• ❌ Automated scraping or bulk data extraction

11. Third-Party Services and Links

LegalMitra may contain links to third-party websites or services (e.g., Indian Kanoon, government portals):

• We are not responsible for content or practices of third-party sites
• Links do not imply endorsement
• Use of third-party services is subject to their terms and conditions

12. Age Restriction

LegalMitra is intended for users aged 18 years and above. Users under 18 should use this service only under parental or guardian supervision.

13. Jurisdictional Limitations

13.1 Governing Law

This disclaimer and your use of LegalMitra are governed by the laws of India.

13.2 Jurisdiction

Any disputes arising from use of this service shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.

13.3 Geographic Scope

• This service provides information on Indian laws only
• Information may not be applicable in other jurisdictions
• Users outside India use this service at their own risk

14. Updates and Amendments

14.1 Right to Modify

We reserve the right to modify this disclaimer at any time without prior notice.

14.2 Notification of Changes

• Material changes will be notified through the platform
• Updated disclaimer will show "Last Updated" date
• Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance

14.3 User Responsibility

Users should review this disclaimer periodically for updates.

15. Service Availability

• We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free service
• Service may be suspended for maintenance without notice
• We reserve the right to discontinue service at any time

16. Severability

If any provision of this disclaimer is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

17. Entire Agreement

This disclaimer, together with our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service, constitutes the entire agreement between you and LegalMitra regarding use of this service.

18. Contact Information ⭐ **NEW**

For questions, concerns, or complaints regarding this disclaimer:

Email: legalmitra@sanmitratech.in Address: LegalMitra, Flat No. 201, Sarvajit Heights Apartment, Gottigere, Bengaluru 560083, Karnataka, India

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Important Notice

BY USING LEGALMITRA, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD, AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THIS DISCLAIMER.

IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH ANY PART OF THIS DISCLAIMER, YOU SHOULD NOT USE THIS SERVICE.

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Last Updated: December 15, 2025 Version: 1.1 Effective Date: December 15, 2025