Kerala High Court Denies Bail to Lawyer Accused of Raping Minor After Giving Alcohol: “Shameful For The Noble Profession”

The Kerala High Court rejected the anticipatory bail of a lawyer accused of sexually assaulting a minor after giving her alcohol. The judge expressed strong disapproval of such actions by a member of the legal profession.

“No Lawyer Can Obstruct A Judicial Officer From Performing Judicial Duties”: Allahabad HC Addresses Frequent Lawyer Strikes in District Courts

Justice Ajit Kumar of the Allahabad High Court ruled that lawyer strikes should not prevent litigants from accessing justice. The court directed the district administration to ensure police protection for litigants arguing their cases during such strikes. The dismissal of a writ petition emphasized that no lawyer can obstruct judicial duties or litigant access to courts.