Lawyer Shielded from Defamation Case, Trial Permitted Against Co-Accused: Madras High Court
The Madras High Court delivered a crucial judgment clarifying the legal position regarding criminal liability of advocates. The Court held that a lawyer cannot be prosecuted for defamation under Section 500 IPC merely for statements made on the basis of client instructions. The ruling was passed by Justice G. K. Ilanthiraiyan while deciding petitions seeking quashing of criminal proceedings. Origin of the Dispute The case originated from a civil dispute…
