New guidelines mandate registration, police verification, and dress code adherence to maintain decorum and security in court premises.
In a landmark ruling aimed at maintaining the dignity and security of the Rajasthan High Court premises, Justice Ravi Chirania has issued comprehensive directives for the regulation of Advocate Clerks and Law Interns. The decision, dated August 12, 2026, came in response to incidents of misconduct involving unregistered individuals working as Advocate Clerks within the court.
The court has emphasized the importance of proper registration, identification, and discipline for Advocate Clerks and law interns, highlighting the need for maintaining the decorum and security of the judicial institution. The ruling mandates the registration of all Advocate Clerks under the Rajasthan High Court Rules, 1952. The process includes police verification to ensure only eligible and vetted individuals are permitted entry into the court premises.
Justice Chirania's order specifies that temporary identity cards will be issued during the registration process. Unregistered individuals are prohibited from working as Advocate Clerks within the court premises, and law interns are required to adhere to a prescribed dress code while carrying identification cards during court proceedings. These measures are expected to prevent unauthorized individuals from accessing sensitive court areas and documents.
The ruling also addresses the conduct and attire of law interns, enforcing a dress code to maintain professional decorum. The court has directed that male interns wear formal attire with a tie, while female interns must dress in formal Indian attire or shirt and trousers with a tie.
The Rajasthan High Court Advocates and Lawyers' Associations, alongside the Advocate Clerks Association, have been tasked with ensuring compliance with these directives. The court has set a timeline for the registration process and has instructed the Registrar (Judicial) and Registrar (Administration) to oversee and expedite the registration and issuance of identity cards.
This decision underscores the court's commitment to preserving the integrity and security of its operations, ensuring that all individuals within the premises uphold the highest standards of professional conduct.
Bottom Line :
Regulation of Advocate Clerks and Law Interns in Rajasthan High Court premises, emphasizing registration, identification, and discipline to maintain the dignity, decorum, and security of the court.
Statutory provision(s): Rajasthan High Court Rules, 1952
Prakash Chand Regar v. State of Rajasthan, (Rajasthan) : Law Finder Doc id # 2966539
