The Supreme Court has requested the Supreme Court Bar Association’s response to examine Advocates-on-Record’s role in preventing false statements in pleadings. The case highlights systemic issues, including the reliance of AoRs on unverified information, prompting concerns over delayed judgments. The court seeks guidelines to enhance accountability within the legal profession and address misrepresentation.
Today, On 18th November, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta urged the Supreme Court to reconsider the designation process for senior advocates, emphasizing systemic issues rather than targeting individuals. The Court planned to review this alongside ongoing concerns regarding senior advocate Rishi Malhotra’s alleged misconduct in cases. Further discussions and inquiries are scheduled for December 6.
The Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) requested Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna to approve a Constitution Day function on November 26, 2024, at the Supreme Court Lawns. The event will celebrate legal professionals, including senior advocates with 50 years of practice and top Advocates-on-Record examination performers, lasting about 45 to 50 minutes.
Yesterday, On 25th October, the Supreme Court criticized the Patna High Court for issuing post-dated bail orders that would take effect only after five months. The Supreme Court emphasized the need for timely justice and remanded the cases for reconsideration. This ruling reflects a broader push for transparency in legal proceedings.
On 1st March: The Supreme Court fined an advocate Rs10,000 for submitting a petition with inaccurate and misleading grounds in the case of Md Khurshid Alam vs State of Bihar. Justices emphasized the importance of diligence in legal filings, granting bail while cautioning against misuse of the liberty. The lawyer was instructed to deposit the fine with the Supreme Court Middle Income Group Legal Aid Society.
