The Law School of Tanzania (Exemption of Certain Officers) Rules, 2023
Section 3 is titled “Qualifications” and appears alongside Parts II and III on qualifications and exemption procedure.
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Section 3 is titled “Qualifications” and appears alongside Parts II and III on qualifications and exemption procedure. This section is titled “Revocation.” These Rules may be cited as the Law School of Tanzania (Exemption of Certain Officers) Rules, 2023. This section defines several terms used in the Rules, including “Act,” “Council,” “exemption,” “judicial officer,” and “public service.” An applicant is eligible for exemption if they meet the prescribed qualifications and have at least 10 years’ experience in law.
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Qualifications
AI-assisted research summary: Section 3 is titled “Qualifications” and appears alongside Parts II and III on qualifications and exemption procedure.
3. Qualifications. PART II QUALIFICATIONS PART III PROCEDURE FOR EXEMPTION
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Revocation
AI-assisted research summary: This section is titled “Revocation.”
8. Revocation. _________ SCHEDULE _________ 1 Law School of Tanzania (Exemption of Certain Officers) GN. NO. 839 (Contd) THE LAW SCHOOL OF TANZANIA ACT, (CAP. 425) ______ RULES ______ (Made under section 2(3)) THE LAW SCHOOL OF TANZANIA (EXEMPTION OF CERTAIN OFFICERS) RULES, 2023 PART I PRELIMINARY PROVISIONS Citation - 4 Verify source ↗
(1) An application for exemption shall be by
AI-assisted research summary: People applying for exemption must file a petition in the prescribed form, submit it electronically to the Chief Justice unless told otherwise, include required personal details and documents, and may add extra supporting information.
4.-(1) An application for exemption shall be by way of petition substantially in Form No. 1 prescribed in the Schedule to these Rules. (2) An application under this rule shall, unless directed otherwise, be submitted to the Chief Justice electronically and shall state- (a) name and address of the applicant; (b) position held in public service or judicial office; and (c) experience exposing the applicant to sufficient knowledge in legal practice within the United Republic of Tanzania. (3) The application shall be accompanied by- (a) letter of introduction of the applicant from the employer; (b) certified copy of a letter of first appointment; (c) certified copy of a letter of confirmation of employment; (d) certified copy of a promotion letter making him eligible for exemption; (e) a recommendation note from the Attorney General in the case of applicants who have attended internship program in the Office of the Attorney General; (f) curriculum vitae; (g) certified copies of academic and professional certificates; and (h) certified copy of a national identity card. (4) Without prejudice to the provisions of subrule (3), the applicant may furnish any other relevant information in support of his application. (5) The Chief Justice may, in his discretion, dispense with any of the requirements prescribed under subrule (3) or require the applicant to furnish any other 3 Law School of Tanzania (Exemption of Certain Officers) GN. NO. 839 (Contd) Scrutiny of applications relevant information as it may be necessary for the purpose of scrutinizing the application. - 5 Verify source ↗
(1) Upon receipt of an application, the Chief
AI-assisted research summary: The Chief Justice may direct the Council after receiving an application, and the Council must review the application and send written recommendations on the applicant’s exemption eligibility.
5.-(1) Upon receipt of an application, the Chief the the Council Justice may direct application and make recommendations on the eligibility of the applicant for exemption. to scrutinise (2) Upon receipt of directives from the Chief Justice, the Council shall- (a) verify and satisfy itself on the completeness of the application; (b) examine eligibility of the applicant; and (c) perform any other duty as the Chief Justice may direct. (3) Upon completion of scrutiny, the Council shall submit its recommendations in writing to the Chief Justice. Determination of application - 6 Verify source ↗
Upon receipt of the recommendations from the
AI-assisted research summary: After receiving recommendations from the Council, the Chief Justice may grant an exemption application, ask for further particulars, or refuse the application.
6. Upon receipt of the recommendations from the Council, the Chief Justice may- (a) if satisfied that the applicant is eligible for exemption, grant the application and notify or cause the applicant to be notified in writing on the exemption; or (b) if not satisfied with the application- (i) (ii) for particulars require the applicant to furnish his further consideration; or refuse the application and notify or cause the applicant to be notified the refusal and in writing of reasons thereof. Certificate of exemption - 7 Verify source ↗
The Chief Justice shall issue an applicant
AI-assisted research summary: The Chief Justice must issue a Certificate of Exemption in Form No. 2 to an applicant granted exemption under these Rules.
7. The Chief Justice shall issue an applicant granted exemption under these Rules with a Certificate of Exemption in Form No. 2 prescribed in the Schedule to these Rules. 4 Law School of Tanzania (Exemption of Certain Officers) GN. NO. 839 (Contd) Revocation GN. No.793 of 2023 - 8 Verify source ↗
The Law School of Tanzania (Exemption of
AI-assisted research summary: These rules are revoked.
8. The Law School of Tanzania (Exemption of Certain Officers) Rules, 2023 are hereby revoked. ___________ SCHEDULE ____________ (Made under rules 4(1) and 7) FORM NO. 1 IN THE MATTER OF THE LAW SCHOOL OF TANZANIA ACT [CAP. 425] IN THE MATTER OF PETITION FOR EXEMPTION UNDER SECTION 2(2) OF THE LAW SCHOOL ACT BY THE………………………………………………PETITIONER PETITION FOR EXEMPTION (Made under rule 4(1)) The Honourable Chief Justice, of The United Republic of Tanzania, The Court of Appeal of Tanzania, P.O. Box 9004, Dar es Salaam. Your Lordship, The humble petition of (Name of the petitioner) ………………………………………...of …………………. (Address) states as follows:
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PART I
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These Rules may be cited as the Law School of
AI-assisted research summary: These Rules may be cited as the Law School of Tanzania (Exemption of Certain Officers) Rules, 2023.
1. These Rules may be cited as the Law School of Tanzania (Exemption of Certain Officers) Rules, 2023. Interpretation Cap. 425 Cap. 341 - 2 Verify source ↗
In these Rules, unless the context otherwise
AI-assisted research summary: This section defines several terms used in the Rules, including “Act,” “Council,” “exemption,” “judicial officer,” and “public service.”
2. In these Rules, unless the context otherwise requires - “Act” means the Law School of Tanzania Act; “Council” means Council for Legal Education established under the Advocates Act; “exemption” means exemption from the requirement of attending the Law School of Tanzania; “judicial officer” has the meaning ascribed to it under the Judiciary Administration Act; and Cap. 298 “public service” means any service in a public office defined under the Public Service Act. PART II QUALIFICATIONS Qualifications
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An applicant shall be eligible for exemption
AI-assisted research summary: An applicant is eligible for exemption if they meet the prescribed qualifications and have at least 10 years’ experience in law.
3. An applicant shall be eligible for exemption under the Act if: (a) he possesses the qualifications prescribed under section 2(2) of the Act; and (b) he has experience in the field of law for not less than ten years. 2 Law School of Tanzania (Exemption of Certain Officers) GN. NO. 839 (Contd) PART III PROCEDURE FOR EXEMPTION Application for exemption
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Section 1
AI-assisted research summary: The petitioner states that he is a citizen of the United Republic of Tanzania and was born on the stated date, with a birth certificate attached.
1. That, your Petitioner is a citizen of the United Republic of Tanzania born on the _________________. A copy of his birth certificate is attached herewith and marked as annexture “……….” forming part of this Petition. - 2 Verify source ↗
Section 2
AI-assisted research summary: The form asks for the petitioner’s education history, including primary and secondary schools attended and the years attended, with copies of academic certificates attached.
2. That, the Petitioner received his education in the following schools: (a) Primary Education: __________________School, from ________ to______. 5 Law School of Tanzania (Exemption of Certain Officers) GN. NO. 839 (Contd) (b) Secondary Education: (i) (ii) __________________School, from ______ to ______. __________________School, from ______ to______ Copies of Academic Certificates for Ordinary and Advanced Level are attached herein and marked as Annexure “……” and “…….” respectively. - 3 Verify source ↗
That, the Petitioner joined __________________University and was awarded a
AI-assisted research summary: The Petitioner states that they joined a university and were awarded an LL.B. degree.
3. That, the Petitioner joined __________________University and was awarded a Bachelor of Laws Degree (LL.B.) in (month/year) ……………………... Certified copies of the Academic Transcript and Degree Certificate are attached hereto and marked as Annexure “…….” and “…….” respectively. - 4 Verify source ↗
That,
AI-assisted research summary: This section states that the following material concerns the Petitioner’s employment background.
4. That, the following is the Petitioner’s employment background ………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………… - 5 Verify source ↗
That, the Petitioner’s experience in legal practice within the United Republic of
AI-assisted research summary: The text says the Petitioner’s experience in legal practice within Tanzania follows, but no details are included here.
5. That, the Petitioner’s experience in legal practice within the United Republic of Tanzania is as follows: ………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………… - 6 Verify source ↗
That, the Petitioner has attached the following documents in support of his Petition
AI-assisted research summary: An applicant may be exempted from attending the Law School of Tanzania if the exemption requirements are proved.
6. That, the Petitioner has attached the following documents in support of his Petition: (a) letter of introduction of the applicant from the employer; (b) certified copy of a letter of first appointment; (c) certified copy of a letter of confirmation of employment; (d) certified copy of a promotion letter; (e) curriculum vitae; (f) certified copies of academic and professional certificates; and (g) certified copy of a national identity card. Your Petitioner prays that Your Lordship may be pleased to exempt him from the requirement of attending the Law School of Tanzania. DATED and SIGNED at__________ this ____________ day of _______________, ___________. ……………… (PETITIONER) 6 Law School of Tanzania (Exemption of Certain Officers) GN. NO. 839 (Contd) IN THE MATTER OF THE LAW SCHOOL OF TANZANIA ACT FORM NO. 2 [CAP. 425] AND IN THE MATTER OF PETITION FOR EXEMPTION UNDER SECTION 2(2) OF THE LAW SCHOOL ACT CERTIFICATE OF EXEMPTION (Made under rule (7)) WHEREAS, (name of the applicant)………………………upon application , has proved to my satisfaction to fulfil the requirements for exemption under section 2(2) of the Act and rule 4 of the Law School of Tanzania (Exemption of Certain Officers) Rules, 2023. NOW THEREFORE, pursuant to the provisions of section 2(2) of the Act, I hereby exempt….…………………………… from the requirement of attending the Law School of Tanzania. Dated this……...………. day of……………, ……………………. …………………………… Chief Justice Dar es salaam, 13th November, 2023 IBRAHIM HAMIS JUMA Chief Justice 7
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