| Case ID |
1a304b3f-b152-4f60-9d22-81b6629b34f6 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Criminal Appeal No. 25 of 2009 |
| Decision Date |
May 14, 2010 |
| Hearing Date |
Apr 26, 2010 |
| Decision |
The Sindh High Court upheld the conviction and sentence of the appellants, Rahim Bux and Manzoor, for the murder of Ghulam Qadir under section 302(b) of the Penal Code. The court found the evidence presented by the prosecution to be convincing and without significant contradictions. The appellants' claim of self-defense was dismissed as they failed to substantiate their plea with credible evidence. The court maintained the life imprisonment sentence and the fine imposed on the appellants, highlighting the natural and trustworthy nature of the prosecution witnesses. The appeal was dismissed, affirming the lower court's judgment. |
| Summary |
In the case of Criminal Appeal No. 25 of 2009, the Sindh High Court addressed the serious matter of murder under the Penal Code. The appellants, Rahim Bux and Manzoor, were convicted for the murder of Ghulam Qadir, who was shot during a land dispute. The court meticulously evaluated the evidence, including witness testimonies and medical reports, concluding that the prosecution's case was strong and credible. The court found no substantial contradictions in the testimonies of key witnesses, which included the complainant and other eyewitnesses. The appellants' defense of self-defense was considered unconvincing as they failed to provide any substantial proof to support their claims. The judgment emphasized the importance of reliable witness accounts and the integrity of the judicial process in upholding justice. The case underscores the legal principles surrounding homicide and the rigorous standards of evidence required in criminal proceedings. Keywords such as 'murder case', 'Sindh High Court', 'Penal Code', and 'criminal appeal' are essential for understanding the legal context and implications of this ruling. |
| Court |
Sindh High Court
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
IMAM BUX BALOCH
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| Lawyers |
Aijaz Ali Maitlo
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| Petitioners |
Rahim Bux,
Manzoor
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| Respondents |
The State
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| Citations |
2010 SLD 2977,
2010 PCRLJ 1929
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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(b),
404
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