The issue focused on when the government could actually go after lawyers who are not even accused of any crime, if the law allows for it.


The issue is part of the broader language of the new Criminal Code that comes into force on Monday, including provisions that add criminal penalties for lawyers who represent accused persons who commit a crime.


One lawyer quoted in the ruling said the maximum penalty for participating in the defence of someone charged with criminal activities is jail for two years. The lawyer said the lawyer did