LSB joins fray, supports suspended judges :: Mmegi Online

Last year President Ian Khama suspended Justices Key Dingake, Modiri Letsididi, Mercy Garekwe and Ranier Busang for alleged misconduct. Although he could not comment much on the case as it is sub judice, the LSB chairperson Lawrence Lecha said the society has resolved to join the four judges in the litigation.

“This matter is sub judice and I will not say anything on the legal merits or demerits of the matter, save to say that because of the important constitutional issues raised by this matter in relation to separation of powers, independence of the judiciary and freedom of expression, the Society has resolved to join in this litigation,” said Lecha.

Lecha highlighted the effect of the suspension of the judges on members of the public, the accused persons and litigants. He expressed concern that because of this, most are forced to spend more time in jail than they would have.

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