| Case ID |
045f01ed-7da2-4e4e-9d81-ad78af07ad26 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Crl. Misc. No. 5842-B of 2016 |
| Decision Date |
Dec 13, 2016 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The court allowed bail to Mst. Sajida Bibi, the petitioner, in a case involving dacoity. The decision emphasized that the case against her relied heavily on witness statements, which were deemed insufficient for a conviction. The court noted that no direct evidence linked her to the crime, and she had no prior discreditable history. The court ruled that her continued detention served no useful purpose and granted bail on the condition of a bond of Rs. 5,00,000 with one surety. The ruling highlighted the importance of evidence in establishing guilt and the presumption of innocence until proven otherwise. |
| Summary |
In the case of Mst. Sajida Bibi vs. State, the Lahore High Court addressed the issue of post-arrest bail for the petitioner accused of facilitating a dacoity at Mizan Bank. The court critically examined the evidence presented, noting that the prosecution's case was primarily based on witness statements that lacked direct confrontation with the accused. The decision elaborated on the legal principles governing bail, underscoring the presumption of innocence and the necessity for credible evidence to substantiate claims of complicity in criminal activities. The ruling reflects the court's commitment to ensuring that justice is served while safeguarding individual rights. The court's decision to grant bail was influenced by the lack of a past criminal record for the petitioner and the conclusion that her continued detention was unwarranted. This case highlights the balance between the need for public safety and the rights of individuals facing serious charges. Keywords such as 'bail', 'dacoity', 'criminal procedure', and 'evidence in criminal cases' are essential for understanding the implications of this ruling. |
| Court |
Lahore High Court
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| Entities Involved |
Mizan Bank Ltd.,
Police Station City Khanewal
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| Judges |
Qazi Muhammad Amin Ahmed
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| Lawyers |
Khawaja Qaisar Butt,
Mirza Abid Majeed
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| Petitioners |
Mst. Sajida Bibi
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| Respondents |
another,
State
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| Citations |
2017 SLD 911,
2017 PLJ 190
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Criminal Procedure Code, 1898,
Pakistan Penal Code, 1860
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| Sections |
497,
395,
412
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