Supreme Court of India · 2002-08-13
Prem Surana vs Addl. Munsif And Judicial Magistrate ...
- Citation / case number
- AIR 2002 SUPREME COURT 2956
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- Prem Surana
- Respondent
- Addl. Munsif And Judicial Magistrate ...
- Bench
- U.C. Banerjee, B.N. Agrawal
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court addressed the conduct of an advocate who slapped a Magistrate in court, emphasizing the importance of decorum and respect within the judicial system. The Court highlighted that members of the Bar have a responsibility towards the Court and the justice delivery system, which is integral to upholding the rule of law. The Court upheld the Magistrate's decision to issue a non-bailable warrant against the advocate for his misconduct, reinforcing the principle that such behavior undermines the integrity of the judiciary.