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Three lawyers, Maduhu William, Nashon Nkungu, and Paul Kisabo—have filed a constitutional petition challenging what they claim are restrictions imposed by the Prison Service on lawyers visiting their clients in custody.
The petition, No. 7300, was filed at the High Court, Main Registry in Dodoma. It names the Commissioner General of Prisons, the Head of Ukonga Prison, and the Attorney General as respondents.
According to the lawyers, the Prison Service's actions in blocking or creating hurdles for legal consultations with clients—including both convicts and remandees—are unconstitutional and violate the right to legal representation.
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They argue that these obstacles undermine the effectiveness of legal services and jeopardize the fundamental rights of suspects and prisoners, particularly the right to a fair hearing and the right to access legal assistance freely and in private.
The case is expected to be mentioned for the first time on April 14, 2026, before a three-judge panel consisting of Judge Mruma, Dr. Rumisha, and Dr. Longopa.
Speaking on behalf of the group, Advocate Maduhu stated that they are prepared to fight tirelessly for the respect and dignity of the legal profession.
"We will fight for the respect and dignity of the legal profession day and night without tiring," said Advocate Maduhu.
The petition, No. 7300, was filed at the High Court, Main Registry in Dodoma. It names the Commissioner General of Prisons, the Head of Ukonga Prison, and the Attorney General as respondents.
According to the lawyers, the Prison Service's actions in blocking or creating hurdles for legal consultations with clients—including both convicts and remandees—are unconstitutional and violate the right to legal representation.
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They argue that these obstacles undermine the effectiveness of legal services and jeopardize the fundamental rights of suspects and prisoners, particularly the right to a fair hearing and the right to access legal assistance freely and in private.
The case is expected to be mentioned for the first time on April 14, 2026, before a three-judge panel consisting of Judge Mruma, Dr. Rumisha, and Dr. Longopa.
Speaking on behalf of the group, Advocate Maduhu stated that they are prepared to fight tirelessly for the respect and dignity of the legal profession.
"We will fight for the respect and dignity of the legal profession day and night without tiring," said Advocate Maduhu.
