14 Feb 2007
THE SOLICITOR-GENERAL V MISS ALICE HC WN CIV-2005-485-1026
- Citation
- openlaw-7a1b5d4e_9c12_480e_b931_bbb3dc6caad8.pdf
- Court
- High Court
A legal practitioner who accepts discovery on express or implied undertakings must not disclose discovered documents for collateral purposes; such a breach, once proved beyond reasonable doubt, constitutes contempt of court. Alleged public interest or whistle‑blowing does not justify unilateral public disclosure when lawful remedies to seek release from the undertaking were available; practitioners must apply to the court for relief. Breach warrants significant deterrent penalties including suspension and fine.