Power to summon advocates during investigation? Everything you need to know

LIVELAW NEWS NETWORK

3 Dec 2025 10:35 AM IST

  • 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...

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