| Case ID |
151f35c0-2ef8-4d9b-a43a-36035f2972f6 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Jail Petition No.27-R of 1985 |
| Decision Date |
Nov 30, 1988 |
| Hearing Date |
Nov 30, 1988 |
| Decision |
The Supreme Court dismissed the petition for leave to appeal against the judgment of the Lahore High Court which upheld the conviction of Sajjad Hussain for the murder of Muhammad Sadiq under section 302 of the Penal Code. The petitioner was sentenced to death and a fine of Rs. 3,000. The court found no extenuating circumstances to reduce the sentence, emphasizing that the petitioner had no right to object to the marriage of his niece, and he inflicted seven injuries on the deceased, confirming the conviction and sentence. |
| Summary |
In the landmark case of Sajjad Hussain vs. The State, the Supreme Court of Pakistan addressed the crucial issues surrounding the conviction for murder under section 302 of the Penal Code. The case revolves around the actions of Sajjad Hussain, who was convicted for the intentional murder of Muhammad Sadiq after inflicting multiple fatal injuries. The court emphasized that the accused had no valid objection regarding the marriage of his niece, which was a critical factor in the case. The judgment reaffirmed the importance of maintaining the rule of law and protecting the sanctity of personal relationships against violent acts. This case is significant for legal professionals and advocates specializing in criminal law, highlighting the stringent consequences of murder convictions and the lack of mitigating circumstances in such grave offenses. It serves as a precedent in discussions about the boundaries of personal grievances and the legal repercussions of violent actions. This case is essential for understanding the application of section 302 of the Penal Code and the judicial approach to cases involving personal vendettas. |
| Court |
Supreme Court of Pakistan
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
NASIRN HASAN SHALL,
ALI HUSSAIN QAZILBASH, JJ
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| Lawyers |
M. Bilal, Advocate Supreme Court
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| Petitioners |
SAJJAD HUSSAIN
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| Respondents |
THE STATE
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| Citations |
1989 SLD 667,
1989 SCMR 627,
1989 SLD 1223
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Penal Code (XLV of 1860)
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| Sections |
302
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