<h1>Supreme Court limits summons of lawyers giving legal advice unless involved in crime under investigation rules</h1> The Supreme Court held that lawyers providing only legal advice to clients under investigation should not be summoned by probe agencies, unless they are actively assisting in the commission of a crime. The Court emphasized the privileged nature of lawyer-client communication and expressed concern over the 'chilling effect' arbitrary summons could have on legal practice. Bar associations urged judicial oversight before summoning lawyers, proposing that permission be granted by a magistrate following police approval. The Solicitor General agreed that legal counsel should be protected but cautioned against measures that might violate equality principles. The Court directed submission of written suggestions from bar bodies to the Solicitor General and Attorney General and scheduled further hearings. The Enforcement Directorate issued guidelines restricting summons to lawyers without director approval, aiming to prevent misuse. The Court underscored the need for clear guidelines to safeguard the legal profession while allowing investigation of criminal complicity.