| Case ID |
174538ed-e82e-4956-bf2b-dd5b946e958a |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Criminal Petition No. 132 R of 1982 |
| Decision Date |
Apr 03, 1983 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The Supreme Court granted leave to appeal to reappraise the evidence regarding the conviction of the petitioner, Gul Haider, for the murder of Abdul Qayyum. The court considered the validity of the evidence presented, particularly the motives and the reliability of witnesses, as well as the absence of independent corroborative evidence. The court noted that the case raised significant doubts regarding the guilt of the petitioner and whether capital punishment was warranted. The decision underscores the court's commitment to ensuring that justice is served, especially in cases involving the death penalty. |
| Summary |
In the case of Gul Haider vs. The State, the Supreme Court of Pakistan examined the conviction of Gul Haider for the murder of Abdul Qayyum. The court scrutinized the evidence presented by the prosecution, including witness statements and the motive behind the crime. On the day of the incident, Gul Haider allegedly shot Abdul Qayyum over a familial dispute regarding marriage. The court expressed concerns over the lack of independent witnesses and the credibility of the testimonies provided. The decision to grant leave for appeal reflects the court's focus on thorough evidentiary review and highlights the importance of ensuring that capital punishment is applied justly. This case raises crucial questions about the standards of proof required in criminal cases and the rights of defendants facing severe penalties. Keywords such as 'Supreme Court of Pakistan', 'murder conviction', 'capital punishment', and 'criminal appeal' are essential for understanding the context and implications of this ruling. |
| Court |
Supreme Court of Pakistan
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
ABDUL KADIR SHAIKH,
M. S. H. QURAISHI
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| Lawyers |
A. K Brohi, Senior Advocate Supreme Court,
M. Bilal, Advocate Supreme Court
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| Petitioners |
GUL HAIDER
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| Respondents |
THE STATE
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| Citations |
1983 SLD 484,
1983 SCMR 1201
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Constitution of Pakistan (1973),
Penal Code (XLV of 1860)
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| Sections |
Art. 185(3),
S. 302
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