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Lawyers boycott courts in Poonch over alleged police conduct toward judge
The bar association in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district has called for a work stoppage following an incident involving police and a judicial officer. Lawyers are demanding a formal inquiry into the alleged conduct during a vehicle search.
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The legal fraternity in Poonch has boycotted court proceedings in protest against what they characterize as disrespectful behavior by police toward a judge during a routine vehicle inspection. The incident has triggered significant tension between the judicial and law enforcement establishments in the district. Bar association members have suspended their work and demanded a comprehensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding the vehicle search and the manner in which it was conducted. The lawyers' collective action underscores growing concerns about the maintenance of judicial dignity and the protocols governing interactions between law enforcement and members of the bench. District administration officials are expected to examine the allegations and take appropriate measures to address the grievances raised by the legal community. The boycott has led to the postponement of several court hearings scheduled in Poonch district courts, affecting pending cases and judicial proceedings.