Law Development Centre

Statutory body established in 1970 under an Act of @Parliament_Ug to provide legal education to lawyers and non-lawyers. Motto: A Tradition of Legal Excellence

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LDC LAC MAsindi had an opportunity to conduct a Radio talk show to mobilize for the community outreach and educating listeners on different areas of the law and the services offered at LAC Masindi.

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On Saturday 26th September 2026, team LAC Lira conducted a community outreach at one of the parishes in Lira, where the team sensitized the community members on pertinent issues affecting the community (land matters, succession disputes and court procedures).

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On Friday, 25th September 2026, LAC team Lira conducted a school outreach at Ojwina Primary School, Lira, to sensitize the pupils on juvenile justice issues.

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LDC LAC Mbale on 28th September 2026 conducted a school outreach to Nakaloke Senior Secondary School.

Nakaloke Senior Secondary School is a Government aided school located in the Northern Division of Mbale City.

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LAC Mbale represented juveniles in Serere Yesterday!
They met the Ag. HBC on LDC duties. A big thank you to Ag. HBC for cheering on our team, offering encouragement, and sharing valuable feedback!

#AccessToJustice #LDC

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⚖️ LDC LEGAL ALERTS
1️⃣ Parliamentary: 30-day petition deadline is strict & unextendable (Ssempijja v Kiruluuta).
2️⃣ Local Govt: Only aggrieved candidates not voters with signatures can challenge District Chair elections (Lule v Kyeyune).
https://t.co/tNUT5S6GyI

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LAC Masindi on 22nd September 2026 represented 1 juvenile offender before Masindi Chief Magistrates court on a charge of illegal entry into Murchison falls national Park, the case was found against the JO on a plea of guilty and sentenced to a caution.

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LAC Mbarara represted 8 juveniles at Chief Magistrates Court in Mbarara on 23rd September, 2026

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On the 22nd September, Kampala LAC team represented 32 juveniles on different offences in Masaka Magistrates' and Chief Magistrates' courts.
- 5 were given bail
- 4 were released
- 2 committed to high court
- 3 sentenced to Kampringisa
Others were adjourned to 20th October 2026.

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Announcement: Call for Applications to the Bar Course Academic Year 2027. The advert can also be found on our website https://t.co/tI03ZLwy0c

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Certificate Award to 95 students who have completed Certificate in Administrative Officers Law Course April - May intake 2026. Congratulations to our students for achieving this milestone.

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📢 WE'RE HIRING:
The Law Development Centre is looking for a qualified and competent individual to fill the position of Research & Publications Officer. 👇Detailed Job advert
https://t.co/jbwWXRZFtl

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LDC officials and key stakeholders are participating in the Diploma in Law Curriculum Validation Workshop

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"A Tradition of Legal Excellence" LDC motto is not merely a slogan—it's a commitment to excellence in legal education, legal practice, ethical conduct & service to society. Dr. Pamela Tibihikirra Kalyegira at the Orientation of Barcourse students deployed to LAC Clinic stations.

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Legal Aid Clinic (LAC) Kampala represented Juvenile offenders at Kawempe Chief Magistrate's Court, 3 were released on bail, 2 of those are charged with capital offences, 4 were dismissed for want of prosecution while 4 were further remanded

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https://t.co/D8nj2LPKhE
2 Cases. 👆

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A national Identification Number does not expire and serves to identify a person; therefore, the expiry of a physical National Identity Card does not affect the identifiability of a surety.👇
https://t.co/FZQcibTlUC

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An accused person charged with an offence triable only by the High Court and remanded in custody for 180 days before committal is entitled to mandatory bail subject to reasonable, and where necessary stringent, bail conditions.👇
https://t.co/ALu2ksxd4Q

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Mental health is not just a health issue—it’s a cross-sector responsibility. Great gathering of minds at the LDC Peer Review Summit 2026. Proud to engage on how Uganda's legal frameworks can better protect and prioritize mental health for all.

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The Law Firm Innovation Award at the Legal Innovation & Impact Awards 2026, awarded to @pmpaulmukiibi

This recognition affirms the commitment to advancing legal innovation, digital transformation, research and impact in Africa’s legal sector. Congratulations!