Here are relevant laws and regulations governing special courts for lawyers’ protection:
International Laws
1. United Nations Basic Principles on the Role of Lawyers (1990): Ensures lawyers’ independence, safety, and dignity.
2. Council of Europe’s European Convention on the Protection of the Rights of Individuals with Regard to Authentication of Records (1961): Protects lawyers’ confidentiality.
National Laws
1. Lawyers’ Welfare and Protection Act (Pakistan, 2013): Establishes special courts for lawyer protection.
2. Legal Professionals Protection Act (India, 1987): Provides protection to lawyers and regulates their conduct.
3. Lawyer Protection Act (USA, various states): Protects lawyers from harassment, intimidation, and violence.
4. Uniform Law for Lawyer Protection (ULLP): Guides state laws on lawyer protection.
Federal Laws
1. 18 U.S.C. § 111 (Federal Law): Protects federal judges, lawyers, and law enforcement officers.
2. 28 U.S.C. § 1915 (Federal Law): Authorizes protection for lawyers and judges in federal cases.
State Laws
1. California Lawyer Protection Act (California, 1990): Protects California lawyers from harassment and intimidation.
2. New York State Lawyer Protection Act (New York, 1985): Provides protection for New York lawyers.
Regulations
1. American Bar Association (ABA) Model Rules of Professional Conduct: Regulates lawyer conduct and ethics.
2. National Association for Law Placement (NALP) Guidelines: Establishes standards for lawyer protection.
International Organizations
1. International Bar Association (IBA): Promotes lawyer protection and professional integrity.
2. Fédération Internationale des Barreaux (FIDB): Supports international cooperation on lawyer protection.
Key Agencies
1. Ministry of Law and Justice: Oversees lawyer protection laws and regulations.
2. Bar Associations: Regulate lawyer conduct and provide support for lawyer protection.
3. Law Enforcement Agencies: Provide security and protection for lawyers.
These laws, regulations, and organizations provide a framework for special courts to protect lawyers and maintain the integrity of the legal profession.
