| Case ID |
1501a5b4-16af-4c31-89b8-67425a0e9e1c |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Crl. A. No. 13-J of 2014 |
| Decision Date |
Nov 01, 2021 |
| Hearing Date |
Nov 01, 2021 |
| Decision |
The Lahore High Court acquitted the appellant, Mohib Ali, from the charges of murder and rape based on the insufficient evidence presented by the prosecution. The court found that the confession made by the appellant was obtained under duress and did not meet the standards required for admissibility. The judgment emphasized the importance of credible evidence and the presumption of innocence until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. The nature of the crime was recognized as heinous, but the court maintained that emotional considerations cannot override the principles of justice. Consequently, the appeal was allowed, and the previous conviction was overturned. |
| Summary |
In the case of Mohib Ali vs. State, the Lahore High Court addressed serious charges including murder and rape under the Pakistan Penal Code. The case stemmed from a tragic incident involving the death of a young girl, Javeria, aged 7/8 years, who was found dead after being reported missing. The court recognized the gravity of the crime but underscored that justice must prevail based on credible and reliable evidence. The appellant's confession was ruled inadmissible due to illegal confinement and procedural inconsistencies during its recording. The ruling highlights the importance of safeguarding the rights of the accused in the judicial process, ensuring that emotional appeals do not compromise the integrity of the legal system. This case serves as a critical reminder of the need for thorough and fair investigations in serious criminal matters, emphasizing the presumption of innocence until proven guilty. Keywords: Lahore High Court, acquitted, murder, rape, Pakistan Penal Code, justice, emotional considerations, credible evidence, presumption of innocence, legal rights. |
| Court |
Lahore High Court, Multan Bench
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
SOHAIL NASIR, J.
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| Lawyers |
Mr. Abdul Samad Ali,
Mr. Muhammad Ilyas Jamil,
Mr. Muhammad Laeeq-ur-Rehman Khan
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| Petitioners |
Mohib Ali
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| Respondents |
State
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| Citations |
2022 SLD 1915,
2022 PLJ 365
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Pakistan Penal Code, 1860
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| Sections |
302(b),
364(A),
376(i)
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