| Case ID |
01222f79-4028-44e5-8684-8ccc9705b4e6 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Civil Petition for Special Leave to Appeal No. 467 |
| Decision Date |
Feb 11, 1980 |
| Hearing Date |
Feb 11, 1980 |
| Decision |
The Supreme Court dismissed the petitioners' appeal, affirming the High Court's decision regarding the eviction of the tenants. The petitioners argued that the landlords' claim of requiring the property for personal use was incorrect. However, the court found that the lower courts had adequately supported their findings with relevant evidence and did not misread or omit crucial information. The court granted the petitioners two months to vacate the premises while ensuring they continued to pay rent during this period. |
| Summary |
This case revolves around the application of the West Pakistan Urban Rent Restriction Ordinance, particularly sections 13 and 15, concerning the eviction of tenants on the grounds of personal use by landlords. The Supreme Court of Pakistan evaluated the decisions made by the Lahore High Court and the Additional District Judge, ultimately deciding that the findings of the lower courts were well-supported and warranted no interference. The case emphasizes the importance of factual accuracy and proper legal representation in eviction cases, particularly in the context of personal use claims. Legal practitioners should be aware of the nuances in eviction laws and the standards of evidence required to support claims. This ruling serves as a precedent for similar cases, reinforcing the courts' discretion in matters of landlord-tenant disputes. Key terms include eviction, personal use, tenant rights, and judicial review, which are crucial for legal professionals navigating similar cases. |
| Court |
Supreme Court of Pakistan
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
KARAM ELAHEE CHAUHAN,
NASIM HASAN SHAH
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| Lawyers |
Ch. Muhammad Yaqub Sidhoo,
Iqbal Ahmad Qureshi
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| Petitioners |
NAZIR AHMAD
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| Respondents |
OTHERS,
RIAZUL HAQ
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| Citations |
1980 SLD 412,
1980 SCMR 931
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
West Pakistan Urban Rent Restriction Ordinance
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| Sections |
13,
15
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