河南法援新规传递法治暖意

Core Viewpoint - The newly revised "Henan Provincial Legal Aid Regulations" will take effect on January 1, aiming to lower the threshold for legal aid, expand the scope of assistance, and optimize service processes, reflecting nearly 30 years of legal aid practice in the province [4][5]. Summary by Sections Scope of Legal Aid - The revised regulations will relax the standards for economic hardship, shifting from two separate standards based on urban and rural income to a unified standard based on the minimum wage in the area of application, considering the applicant's and their family's average monthly income and asset status [5]. - The regulations will expand the range of legal aid services to include cases related to agricultural rights, ensuring farmers can seek assistance for issues like crop damage or disputes over agricultural products [6][7]. Process Optimization - The new regulations will allow legal aid applications to be submitted without administrative district restrictions, enabling applicants to approach any legal aid institution within the city for assistance [8]. - Provisions for home visits by legal aid lawyers for individuals with mobility issues have been established, ensuring that vulnerable groups receive necessary support [9]. Protection of Specific Groups - The regulations will allow minors to apply for legal aid without economic restrictions, particularly in cases involving personal injury or educational rights [10][12]. - Legal aid institutions are required to assign personnel familiar with the characteristics of minors to handle their cases, enhancing the protection of this demographic [12]. Quality Assurance and Supervision - The regulations mandate comprehensive supervision of legal aid services, including court monitoring and client feedback, to ensure service quality [13]. - A differentiated subsidy system linked to case quality will be implemented, promoting accountability among legal aid providers [13]. Data and Statistics - As of December 25, 2025, the province has 178 legal aid institutions, 4,325 legal aid workstations, and 35,295 legal aid liaison points, with over 11,100 legal aid cases handled in the year and nearly 509,000 consultations provided [14].