LLB Student Impersonation Case: Gujarat HC Flags Serious Impersonation, Orders Custodial Interrogation
The Gujarat High Court denied anticipatory bail to a law student accused of posing as an advocate and defrauding victims of about ₹80 lakh in a fake legal services racket.
The prosecution alleges the accused posed as a lawyer, took money from clients, and used fake documents like ID cards and visiting cards despite lacking qualifications.
The State opposed bail, citing the need for custodial interrogation to uncover the fraud and identify victims, and the Court agreed, calling the allegations serious and warranting deeper investigation.
Rejecting the plea in the LLB student fake advocate case, the Court stated: “It transpires that a noble profession of advocacy cannot be allowed to be tarnished… custodial interrogation would be required.”
After the bail rejection, authorities will continue the investigation, expand the probe to identify more victims and collaborators, and proceed with the case based on the findings.
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No. In India, a person cannot legally practice as an advocate without being enrolled with the concerned State Bar Council and holding a valid Certificate of Practice under the Advocates Act, 1961.
Punishment depends on the sections invoked, but offences involving cheating, forgery, and impersonation can lead to imprisonment and a fine.
A lawyer’s credentials can be verified through the State Bar Council enrollment number, Bar Council of India records, and their Certificate of Practice.
