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A private citizen has taken legal action against the Attorney-General and the Chief Justice over the conduct of court proceedings during the legal vacation period.
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The suit challenges aspects of the decision to allow certain cases to continue during the legal vacation, with the applicant questioning whether the current arrangement follows established legal procedures.
The legal vacation controversy has recently attracted public debate, with some lawyers arguing that the period should be respected as a time for judges and legal practitioners to take a break from regular court activities.
Former Attorney-General Nii Ayikoi Otoo has also criticised compelling lawyers to appear in court during the period, describing it as unfair except under exceptional circumstances.
Story by Efua Nessa