A silent protest was held in Colombo today demanding the removal of the Attorney General.
According to reports, the silent protest was held in front of the Colombo High Court.
The protesters were seen holding placards, accusing the Attorney General of alleged corruption and bias.
Meanwhile, the BAR Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) has expressed concern over recent social media posts targeting the Attorney General.
Issuing a statement, the BASL said that certain individuals are attempting, through such posts, to unfairly interfere with the independence of the Attorney General’s office.
The statement further pointed out that in relation to criminal cases, the Attorney General performs a quasi‑judicial function.
It added that based on the material presented by investigating officers, the Attorney General must decide whether or not to file charges against a suspect, or whether to proceed with indictments.
The BASL emphasized that the Attorney General must also consider whether the relevant evidence is legally admissible and whether, on that basis, there is a fair likelihood of securing a conviction.
The statement further noted that decisions of the Attorney General can be reviewed before the Court of Appeal by way of writ applications, or before the Supreme Court through fundamental rights petitions. (Newswire)