Delhi High Court Limits Intern Access to Senior Law Students

In a significant policy update, the Delhi High Court has imposed restrictions on the entry of law interns into its premises. This decision, outlined in a circular dated August 24, brings changes to the issuance of entry passes and identification cards for law students who are interning with advocates.

The revised policy mandates that only those in the final year of a 3-year LLB program, or in the fourth and fifth years of a 5-year integrated LLB course, are eligible to receive entry passes to the court. This move effectively limits access to the court premises to senior law students, ensuring that those in advanced stages of their legal education gain practical exposure.

For eligible law students to obtain their ID cards, they must provide the following documents:

A recommendation letter from the advocate with whom they are interning, including the advocate’s enrolment number.
A photocopy of the Bar ID of the advocate.
A photocopy of the intern’s Aadhaar card.
A photocopy of the intern’s college ID card.
Two stamp-size photographs of the intern.

This decision by the Delhi High Court aligns with efforts to streamline court operations and manage the presence of interns within the judicial environment. By focusing on senior law students, the policy aims to enhance the quality of legal training provided through hands-on court experience.

The circular is part of a broader initiative to regulate the influx of interns and maintain decorum within the court premises. It reflects a commitment to maintaining a professional atmosphere conducive to legal proceedings and learning.