Kerala High Court Advocates Association Warns Of Action Against Lawyers Making Reels In & Around Court Premises

The Kerala High Court Advocates' Association (KHCAA) has issued a notice on June 3 warning lawyers against making and sharing of reels and videos in the High Court premises.

In the notice, the KHCAA has stated that such acts do not keep with the dignity and ethics of advocates. It also referred to Section 49(1)(c) of the Advocates Act and the Bar Council of India Rules, which prohibits such conduct.

Section 49(1)(c) refers to the BCI's power to make rules regarding the standards of professional conduct and etiquette to be observed by advocates.

"Action can be taken against such acts under Section 35 of the Advocates Act. Members are advised to refrain from such acts through social media platforms," says the KHCAA.

Section 35 prescribes the punishment of advocates for misconduct.

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