| Case ID |
04ade0cb-e952-4af5-ad25-b2a0b54deb8b |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
W.P. No. 220 of 2022 |
| Decision Date |
Feb 02, 2022 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The petition was dismissed due to the petitioner's failure to file a written statement within the specified timelines set by the Family Courts Act, 1964. The court found that the petitioner had willfully delayed the proceedings and did not comply with the court's orders. The judge noted that the petitioner had ample opportunities to submit the written statement but failed to do so over a period of more than five months. The court emphasized the importance of adhering to legal processes and the necessity for parties to act diligently to protect their rights in legal matters. |
| Summary |
In the case W.P. No. 220 of 2022, the Lahore High Court, Multan Bench, addressed the issue of the petitioner's failure to file a written statement in a timely manner, as mandated by the Family Courts Act, 1964. The petitioner, Abdul Zahoor, challenged the order of the Judge Family Court, Multan, which closed his right to submit a written statement due to non-compliance with court orders. The court underscored the importance of diligence in legal proceedings, particularly in family law matters, where timely submissions can significantly affect the outcome. The ruling serves as a reminder to parties involved in litigation to adhere to procedural requirements and the consequences of delay. Keywords such as 'Family Courts Act', 'legal compliance', and 'court orders' are crucial for understanding the implications of this case. |
| Court |
Lahore High Court, Multan Bench
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
SHAKIL AHMAD, J.
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| Lawyers |
Mr. Mujeeb-ur-Rehman Hashmi,
Haji Dilbar Khan Mahaar,
Mr. Aftab Hussain Malik
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| Petitioners |
ABDUL ZAHOOR
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| Respondents |
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JUDGE FAMILY COURT, MULTAN
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| Citations |
2022 SLD 1610,
2022 PLJ 584
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| Other Citations |
PLD 1981 SC 246,
PLD 1974 SC 139
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| Laws Involved |
Family Courts Act, 1964
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| Sections |
9
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