ICAI Cannot Dismiss Spouse Complaint as Family Dispute Without Examining Misconduct: Delhi HC

Shekhar Sharma Vs Institute of Chartered Accountant of India & Anr. (Delhi High Court) The Delhi High Court examined the validity of an order passed by the Board of Discipline under Section 21(A) of the Chartered Accountants Act, 1949, which had closed a complaint alleging professional misconduct. The Board had rejected the prima facie opinion of the Director (Discipline), who had found inconsistencies and deviations in the conduct of the respondent, including alleged unauthorized access to the complainant’s personal information. However, the Board concluded that the matter related to a ...