Don’t hire videographers to film your first court appearance – New lawyers cautioned
The President of the Ghana Bar Association (GBA), Efua Ghartey, has cautioned newly enrolled lawyers against filming their first appearance in court or engaging videographers to record their entry into the courtroom, warning that such conduct is not permitted and could lead to disciplinary action. “We’ve seen some people take videos of their fresh legal […]
The Ghana Bar Association (GBA) President, Efua Ghartey, has warned newly qualified lawyers against filming their initial court appearances or employing videographers to capture their courtroom debut, asserting that such behavior is prohibited and may result in disciplinary action. Ghartey expressed her concern, stating, "We've observed individuals recording their initial foray into the court setting.
Kindly, it is not permissible." She elaborated that while the experienced lawyers appreciate the eagerness of the newcomers, some have exceeded acceptable limits. "We, as seniors, find it endearing, but some have gone too far, and we wish to avoid initiating disciplinary proceedings," she added. This advisory underscores the importance of maintaining professional etiquette and decorum within the legal sphere, with particular emphasis on the confidentiality and solemnity of court proceedings, and the strict prohibition on unauthorized recording within courtrooms.
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