The Delhi High Court has asked the Delhi government to consider objections raised by district court lawyers to the draft Advocates Protection Bill, 2024. The matter will be heard next on January 8.
Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal said the government and Law Commission are actively finalising the Advocates Protection Act to ensure safety and insurance for lawyers. A key meeting on December 8 will discuss reforms, including amendments to the Advocates Act.
The Bar Council of Uttar Pradesh has souaght a high-level inquiry into alleged police misbehaviour with lawyers in Banaras. It warned of a statewide protest if the Advocate Protection Act is not implemented immediately.
Today, On 21st April, Lawyers from the Himachal Pradesh High Court held a protest demanding strict action against a police constable accused of assaulting a local advocate. Senior Advocate Sanjeev Bhushan condemned the police for their insensitivity and misuse of power, calling the matter serious enough for public protest.
Today(17th Sept), Senior Advocate Kapil Sibal has informed the Supreme Court of threats of rape and physical harm against junior lawyers in his chamber, linked to their representation in the RG Kar Medical College rape-murder case. The threats are a response to their involvement in the sensitive case.
