# The Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007, Section 17: Right to legal representation

- Act: The Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007 (Act 56 of 2007)
- Ministry: Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
- Source URL: https://indiacode.ecourtsindia.com/senior-citizens-act/section/17/

## Text

Notwithstanding anything contained in any law, no party to a proceeding before a Tribunal or Appellate Tribunal shall be represented by a legal practitioner.

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