Controversial attorney Isat Buchanan has been suspended for two years by the General Legal Council for berating the Director of Public Prosecutions. Although Buchanan caused his predicament his punishment is reflective of puritanical sentiments rather than a desire to maintain the integrity of the legal profession. His prosecutors contend that his comments have impugned the dignity of the profession, but this superficial argument should be approached with caution. Mr. Buchanan's propensity for profane outbursts does not imply ineptitude and neither do they discredit the legal profession. The decision to punish Buchanan for vulgarity is hyperemotional and indicative of hysteria. However such hypersensitivity is consistent with the puritanical character of Jamaicans who are unable to differentiate between substantial breaches and character flaws. Punishing people for being rude is an abuse of power that should not be tolerated. Further, though many agree with the GLC's decision, others are wondering why the GLC has not approach other infractions with equal seriousness. Rogue attorneys continue to defraud clients without being sanctioned.
PURITANS BURN ISAT BUCHANAN AT THE STAKE
PURITANS BURN ISAT BUCHANAN AT THE STAKE
PURITANS BURN ISAT BUCHANAN AT THE STAKE
Controversial attorney Isat Buchanan has been suspended for two years by the General Legal Council for berating the Director of Public Prosecutions. Although Buchanan caused his predicament his punishment is reflective of puritanical sentiments rather than a desire to maintain the integrity of the legal profession. His prosecutors contend that his comments have impugned the dignity of the profession, but this superficial argument should be approached with caution. Mr. Buchanan's propensity for profane outbursts does not imply ineptitude and neither do they discredit the legal profession. The decision to punish Buchanan for vulgarity is hyperemotional and indicative of hysteria. However such hypersensitivity is consistent with the puritanical character of Jamaicans who are unable to differentiate between substantial breaches and character flaws. Punishing people for being rude is an abuse of power that should not be tolerated. Further, though many agree with the GLC's decision, others are wondering why the GLC has not approach other infractions with equal seriousness. Rogue attorneys continue to defraud clients without being sanctioned.