Supreme Court to hear if lawyers can be summoned by ED for giving legal advice. Bench led by CJI B.R. Gavai to take up the matter suo motu.
The Supreme Court on Monday (3rd Nov) acquitted a man convicted of rape and murder, citing inadequate legal representation during trial. The Bench criticized the trial court’s failure to follow procedural safeguards and highlighted the shocking imposition of the death penalty. The Court issued guidelines to ensure proper legal aid and fair trials for accused individuals.