eCourtsIndia

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about eCourtsIndia and our policies.

eCourtsIndia is a comprehensive legal research and case management platform designed to help lawyers, litigants, and legal professionals access court data, judgments, and orders efficiently. We use advanced AI to provide summaries and insights.

No, eCourtsIndia is a private initiative and is not affiliated with the Government of India or any court. We aggregate public data to make it more accessible and useful.

Our data is sourced from public records available on official court websites and other public legal databases.

Court judgments are public records. The Indian legal system operates on the principle of open justice. Once a case is heard by a court, its proceedings and the resulting judgment are generally public information, viewable by all, unless the court expressly restricts its publication or a specific law prohibits it (e.g., in cases involving juveniles or victims of sexual offenses).

Court cases are public records, and their publication does not generally require special permission. Under Section 52(1)(q)(iv) of the Copyright Act, 1957, the publication of court judgments does not constitute an infringement of copyright. This ensures that laws and legal precedents are accessible to the public.

The Supreme Court of India, in the landmark case of R. Rajagopal vs State Of T.N (1994), held that the publication of court records does not violate the right to privacy. Once a matter becomes a part of the public record, the right to privacy generally no longer applies to those specific records, making them a legitimate subject for public information.

However, we are sensitive to privacy concerns and have a policy for removal in specific circumstances.

AI summaries are generated automatically and are intended to provide a quick overview. While we strive for accuracy, they may contain errors or miss nuances. Always refer to the original judgment text for authoritative information.

Case Removal Policy

We respect individual privacy while balancing the public interest in open court records. If you wish to have a case removed from our platform, please follow the procedure below.

How to Request Removal

Anyone who wants to get their case removed can request us via a verified lawyer of repute.

Requirements:

  • The request must come from a verified lawyer.
  • A self-attested letter from the lawyer is required.
  • The letter must include specific details of the case.
  • A valid reason for removal must be provided (e.g., acquittal, sensitive nature).
  • Confirmation that the case has no precedence value in case laws.

Please send the request to:

We will review the request and take appropriate action in accordance with applicable laws.