GST Dept Cannot Send Multiple Notices to Advocates for Client Info in Fraud Cases: Calcutta HC...

The Calcutta High Court has ruled that the GST department cannot send multiple notices to advocates for client information in fraud cases, explaining the principle of "advocate-client privilege." The court’s decision is a crucial step in protecting the legal profession from undue harassment by tax authorities. The ruling reinforces that the tax department cannot compel an advocate to disclose confidential client information, thereby upholding the sanctity of the lawyer-client relationship. This judgment is a vital defense of a fair legal system.