| Case ID |
0c4ba677-f51f-4231-ade7-54f6e70f0a87 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Criminal Petitions for Leave to Appeal Nos.183-L a |
| Decision Date |
Mar 15, 1993 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The Supreme Court of Pakistan granted leave to appeal in Criminal Petition for Leave to Appeal No. 183-L of 1992 filed by Rasab, indicating the need for further examination regarding the corroboration of evidence against him. The court found that the High Court had established a motive against the other accused but not against Rasab, who was said to have acted under the influence of his friends. The court denied leave to appeal in Criminal Petition for Leave to Appeal No. 209-L of 1992 filed by complainant Mahmood Khan, as no case was found against the three accused. This decision highlights the importance of corroborative evidence in criminal cases, especially regarding motives and eyewitness accounts. |
| Summary |
This case revolves around the appeal concerning the conviction of Rasab and Shahamad under section 302/34 of the Pakistan Penal Code, which pertains to murder and conspiracy. The Supreme Court examined whether adequate corroborative evidence existed against Rasab, who was alleged to have participated in a fatal attack on Shera. The court noted the absence of a personal motive for Rasab, which was crucial for establishing guilt. The ruling emphasizes the judicial requirement for substantial corroboration in criminal proceedings to uphold convictions. The case reflects ongoing concerns regarding land disputes and the associated violence in Pakistan, highlighting the need for fair legal representation and thorough judicial review. Keywords: Pakistan Penal Code, corroborative evidence, Supreme Court of Pakistan, criminal appeal, land disputes. |
| Court |
Supreme Court of Pakistan
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
SHAFIUR RAHMAN,
ABDUL SHAKURUL SALAM,
MUHAMMAD AFZAL LONE
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| Lawyers |
Not available
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| Petitioners |
Mahmood Khan,
Rasab
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| Respondents |
STATE,
Sultan,
Shahamad
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| Citations |
1993 SLD 713 = 1993 SCMR 1323
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Pakistan Penal Code, 1860,
Constitution of Pakistan, 1973
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| Sections |
302/34,
185(3)
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