Swaziland: Non-interference with the work of individual lawyers

Swaziland: Non-interference with the work of individual lawyers

Lawyers, as set out in the UN Basic Principles on the Role of Lawyers, shall at all times maintain the honour and dignity of their profession.{{1}} Their duties include advising clients on their rights and obligations and the working of the legal system insofar...
Swaziland: Non-interference with the work of individual lawyers

Swaziland: Integrity and accountability of the legal profession

As with judges, a code of professional conduct for lawyers is an essential tool for the maintenance of the integrity of the profession and, consequently, the quality of access to justice in a country. The UN Basic Principles on the Role of Lawyers state that “[c]odes...
Swaziland: Non-interference with the work of individual lawyers

Swaziland: The role of lawyers

An independent legal profession is one of the pillars upon which respect for human rights and the rule of law rests.{{1}} Lawyers have an essential function in protecting human rights and ensuring the fair and effective administration of justice. Among other things,...
Swaziland: Non-interference with the work of individual lawyers

Swaziland: Functioning of the prosecutorial services

Prosecutors play a crucial role in the administration of justice, and respect for the rule of law requires a strong prosecutorial authority in charge of investigating and prosecuting criminal offences. Each prosecutor must be empowered to fulfil his or her...
Swaziland: Non-interference with the work of individual lawyers

Swaziland: Accountability of the prosecutorial services

Like all members of the legal profession, prosecutors must carry out their roles with integrity and in accordance with the law and in a manner that is consistent with human rights and established standards of prosecutorial conduct. And like other legal professionals...
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