BCI urges CJI action after Andhra HC judge sends young lawyer to 24 hour custody

Published on 6 May 2026

Custody allegedly ordered over a procedural slip

The Bar Council of India has written to the Chief Justice of India demanding immediate administrative action after an Andhra Pradesh High Court judge allegedly sent a young advocate to 24-hour judicial custody during a hearing. The reported reason was a procedural lapse. BCI says the matter warrants intervention to address concerns about due process and judicial conduct.

BCI has approached the CJI over an Andhra HC custody order
A young advocate was allegedly sent to 24-hour judicial custody
The reported trigger was a procedural lapse in court
BCI seeks immediate administrative intervention and action

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BCI urges CJI action after Andhra HC judge sends young lawyer to 24 hour custody

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