Irish Court of Appeal upholds solicitor's right to visit clients in prison despite alleged rudeness.

The Irish Court of Appeal ruled that a prison governor cannot ban a solicitor from visiting clients in prison due to alleged rudeness. The Court unanimously dismissed the governor's appeal, stating that the ban was not justified under a rule meant to maintain order and safe custody. The decision upholds the right of solicitors to visit clients in custody, even if they have been rude to prison staff.

May 07, 2024
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