Lawyers request the Chief Justice to conduct an inquiry over State Counsel Nishara’s ‘NGO’ comments
The attempt by the Attorney General's Department to label attorneys appearing on behalf of the victims of the Mahara Prison riot as those who represent "NGO interests" hasbeen heavily criticised…
Lawyers take victimization report to Bribery Commission
Claiming that the Presidential Commission of Inquiry (PCoI) on political victimisation has engaged in corruption by way of exceeding their mandate, a group of lawyers filed a complaint at the…
CPRP seeks impartial probe
The Committee for Protecting Rights of Prisoners (CPRP) has written to the Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka, requesting an impartial investigation into the incident which took place at the…
Key eyewitness, lawyer threatened with death
The witness plays a vital role in concluding the verdict of any case. Hence, it’s very important to ensure the safety of witnesses. The continuing practice of victim and witness…