The Kerala High Court received a bomb threat via email, prompting a thorough police search but found no explosives. Authorities suspect it may be a hoax. Despite the scare, court hearings continued without disruption. Similar threats were reported at other courts, with police ensuring safety and investigating the sources.
A 22-year-old murder suspect, Kiran Santosh Bharam, threw a slipper at a judge during a hearing in Thane, missing the judge and prompting an FIR. Following this incident, 11 police personnel were suspended for negligence concerning security breaches, including a video of a guard with a gun on court premises.
The Delhi High Court has ordered the government to report on the Advocate Protection Act’s implementation in response to rising violence against lawyers. The Bar Council of India has proposed the Advocates Protection Bill, 2021, to safeguard lawyers, emphasizing the need for legislation similar to the recently passed Rajasthan Advocates Protection Bill, 2023.
On 30th April: The Allahabad High Court has restrained two lawyers from entering the district court premises due to an alleged assault on a litigant. The court is taking strong measures to address the issue, including reviewing CCTV footage and evaluating security arrangements. This action underscores the court’s commitment to a fair and secure legal environment.
Supreme Court Stresses on Comprehensive Security Measures for Courtrooms In a move to fortify security within court complexes across India, the Supreme Court has delineated a series of guidelines. These directives come in the wake of growing concerns about courtroom safety and the need for enhanced security protocols. A bench of Justices S Ravindra Bhat and Dipankar Datta stressed […]
