Supreme Court says judicial officer cannot shout at judges

The Supreme Court has ruled that a judicial officer cannot raise their voice against judges in court. The court noted that instead of responding calmly, the officer launched into an aggressive, high-pitched tone bordering on shouting and blamed the high court administration.

The Supreme Court described the officer's conduct as gross indiscipline and manifestly unbecoming of any judicial officer. It condemned the deliberate and unwarranted assault upon the dignity and authority of the court. The court warned that permitting such behaviour would send a troubling message to the public that inexcusable acts can be committed with impunity in open court, followed by insincere apologies.