Power to summon advocates during investigation? Everything you need to know
A landmark Supreme Court judgment has clarified how far investigative agencies can go when summoning lawyers and accessing client-related documents. The Court laid down strict safeguards, distinguished between practising advocates and in-house counsels, and reinforced the true purpose of legal privilege under the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam. This decision has major implications for...
A landmark Supreme Court judgment has clarified how far investigative agencies can go when summoning lawyers and accessing client-related documents. The Court laid down strict safeguards, distinguished between practising advocates and in-house counsels, and reinforced the true purpose of legal privilege under the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam. This decision has major implications for lawyers, clients, and the justice system as a whole.