Gujarat High Court fined a man Rs 1 lakh for appearing in a virtual hearing from a toilet. The Court called his act “contumacious” and is considering jail time.
The Supreme Court reprimanded lawyers for disruptive behavior during a hearing involving Advocate Charanjeet Singh Chanderpal, emphasizing the necessity of professional conduct in live-streamed sessions. Justice Surya Kant warned of serious consequences, including license suspension, for continued misconduct, highlighting the importance of courtroom decorum and accountability.
Justice B.R. Gavai highlighted the critical role of judicial ethics and integrity at a conference in Gujarat, stressing that a judge’s conduct affects public trust. He warned that resigning to contest elections could harm perceptions of impartiality and emphasized the judiciary’s independence from other branches to maintain credibility and prevent justice delays.
