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+metatag-keywords=(lok adalat, lok adalat process, lok adalat case, lok adalat rti)
+metatag-description=(Lok Adalat: alternative dispute resolution. Free, no court fee, faster than regular court. For small + civil + family + insurance + bank cases.)
+}}
+====== Lok Adalat — speedy compromise resolution (2026 guide) ======
+{{ :social:auto:ecourts-lok-adalat.png?direct&1200 }}
+<WRAP info>
+**Quick answer:** Lok Adalat is a statutory body for speedy dispute resolution under the Legal Services Authorities Act 1987. Free + no court fee + final + binding (no appeal). Suitable for: bank loans, insurance, small civil disputes, family matters, motor accident claims.
+</WRAP>
+===== Key facts =====
+  * Statutory body under LSA Act 1987
+  * Free + no court fee
+  * Decision FINAL — no appeal (compromise-based)
+  * Suitable: bank loan, insurance, motor accident, family, small civil
+  * Held quarterly + special Lok Adalats periodically
+  * Both parties must consent
+===== Step-by-step =====
+  - **File case in regular court first** — Or transfer existing case to Lok Adalat.
+  - **Apply for Lok Adalat hearing** — Court refers if both parties consent.
+  - **Lok Adalat date fixed** — Quarterly schedule.
+  - **Both parties + advocates appear** — Compromise discussed.
+  - **Decision recorded as compromise decree** — Final + executable.
+  - **No court fee + no appeal** — Decision is final.
+===== Common issues =====
+  * Other party not consenting — Lok Adalat needs both parties; back to regular court.
+  * Decision unsatisfactory — no appeal; only writ petition for procedural illegality.
+  * Implementation issue — execution petition in same court.
+  * Specific Lok Adalat dates — RTI for schedule + case allocation.
+===== If stuck — file an RTI =====
+Court records are split: judicial records (case file, orders) follow CPC rules + court counter; administrative records (vacancy, infrastructure, listing logic, judges' assets) are disclosable via RTI to the court PIO.
+<code>
+. Status of my case no. _____ as on date.
+. Reasons for delay / non-listing in past 30 days.
+. Number of similar cases pending + disposed in past 12 months.
+. Procedure to seek certified copy / file inspection.
+. Name + designation of court PIO + appellate authority.
+</code>
+**Auto-fill the PIO + your case:** [[:rti-for-court-case-delay|Open the AI RTI Drafter →]]
+===== Frequently asked questions =====
+==== Truly free? ====
+Yes — no court fee. Free legal aid via DLSA if needed.
+==== Final + binding? ====
+Yes — like a court decree. Executable as such.
+==== Refused at Lok Adalat — what next? ====
+Back to regular court. Cost + time savings if accepted.
+==== Permanent Lok Adalat? ====
+Yes — for utility services (electricity, water, telecom). Different from periodic Lok Adalat.
+===== Summary + next step =====
+<WRAP center round tip 90%>
+**Bottom line:** Lok Adalat is a statutory body for speedy dispute resolution under the Legal Services Authorities Act 1987. Free + no court fee + final + binding (no appeal). Suitable for: bank loans, insurance, small civil disputes, family matters, motor accident claims.
+  * **AI RTI Drafter:** [[:rti-for-court-case-delay|Auto-fill PIO + your case]]
+  * **Browse all eCourts guides:** [[:ecourts:start|eCourts index]]
+  * **Helplines + grievance:** [[:helplines:start|32 helplines]]
+</WRAP>
+===== Related =====
+  * [[:ecourts:start|All eCourts + judicial guides]]
+  * [[:helplines:start|Helplines]]
+  * [[:citizen-rti-playbook|Full RTI Playbook]]
+//Last reviewed: 26 April 2026.//
+{{tag>ecourts lok-adalat judicial citizen-services}}

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