| Case ID |
0bb20708-e416-4c9e-9877-233cc0c9fbab |
| Body |
View case body. Login to View |
| Case Number |
C.O.C. No. 244-P of 2016 |
| Decision Date |
Nov 21, 2016 |
| Hearing Date |
|
| Decision |
The Peshawar High Court accepted the unconditional apologies tendered by the contemnors, including Ali Amin Gandapur, for making contemptuous remarks against the Chief Justice. The Court emphasized the importance of media responsibility in exercising freedom of speech and directed that future broadcasts must align with the ethos and values of Pakistan. The contempt notices were withdrawn, and the Court warned the contemnors to act prudently in the future, reflecting a balanced approach between upholding judicial authority and recognizing the right to free expression. |
| Summary |
In the case of C.O.C. No. 244-P of 2016, the Peshawar High Court dealt with contempt proceedings initiated against Ali Amin Gandapur, a provincial minister, for making derogatory remarks against the Chief Justice during a press conference. The Court noted that the minister's statements were broadcasted by various media channels, leading to widespread public discourse on judicial conduct. The Court received unconditional apologies from both the minister and the media representatives, which were accepted after determining their bona fide nature. This case underscores the delicate balance between freedom of speech and the respect for judicial integrity, a topic that remains relevant in contemporary legal discussions. The judgment serves as a precedent for future cases involving media and judicial interactions. The Court's decision reflects a commitment to maintaining judicial respect while recognizing the role of media in democratic discourse. This case highlights the ongoing conversation about the limits of freedom of speech in the context of judicial proceedings, making it a significant reference point for similar future cases. |
| Court |
Peshawar High Court
|
| Entities Involved |
Not available
|
| Judges |
Mazhar Alam Khan Miankhel, Chief Justice
|
| Lawyers |
Abdul Latif Yousafzai for Petitioner,
Abdul Latif Afridi for Respondent No. 1,
Asghar Khan Kundi,
Shaukat Ullah for Respondents
|
| Petitioners |
THE STATE
|
| Respondents |
ALI AMIN GHANDAPUR AND OTHERS
|
| Citations |
2017 SLD 1988,
2017 MLD 547
|
| Other Citations |
PLD 2007 SC 688
|
| Laws Involved |
Contempt of Court Ordinance, 2003,
Constitution of Pakistan, 1973
|
| Sections |
3,
204
|