Repeated Non-Appearance by Counsel in Bail Hearings Amounts to Professional Misconduct: Allahabad HC

The Allahabad High Court has ruled that repeated non-appearance by counsel in bail hearings amounts to professional misconduct. Justice Krishan Pahal observed that such a practice not only wastes judicial time but also undermines the justice delivery system. The court emphasized that lawyers have a professional obligation to appear for their clients or provide valid reasons for their absence, and continuous non-compliance can lead to serious consequences, including action for professional misconduct, to ensure the smooth functioning of courts.