| Case ID |
1a3ce694-f2fb-4eff-abe2-065bb47f4db9 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Criminal Petition No. 34-R of 1985 |
| Decision Date |
Dec 16, 1985 |
| Hearing Date |
Dec 16, 1985 |
| Decision |
The Supreme Court dismissed the petition for leave to appeal against the Lahore High Court's judgment, which had acquitted the respondent, Rab Nawaz. The High Court found the prosecution's case doubtful, citing unreliable witnesses and the absence of ocular evidence. The acquittal was upheld as the reasoning was not palpably wrong, and no substantial error was identified that would warrant a re-examination of the case. Consequently, the petition was dismissed, affirming the High Court's decision. |
| Summary |
In the case of Khan Beg vs. Rab Nawaz, the Supreme Court of Pakistan addressed a complex matter involving allegations of murder and acquittal by the Lahore High Court. The case revolved around the tragic events of November 7, 1980, where multiple individuals were shot, resulting in fatalities and injuries. The petitioner, Khan Beg, sought to challenge the High Court's decision that acquitted the respondent, Rab Nawaz, of all charges. The Supreme Court reviewed the evidence presented, noting that the prosecution's case was marred by doubts regarding the credibility of witnesses and the lack of direct evidence linking the accused to the crimes. The Supreme Court ultimately upheld the High Court's ruling, emphasizing the importance of reliable evidence in criminal proceedings. This case highlights significant issues surrounding the burden of proof in murder cases and the legal principles governing acquittals in the face of insufficient evidence. It serves as a critical reference point for legal practitioners and scholars studying the intersection of criminal law and judicial review in Pakistan. |
| Court |
Supreme Court of Pakistan
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
MUHAMMAD HALEEM, C.J.,
NASIM HASAN SHAH,
SHAFIUR RAHMAN
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| Lawyers |
Kh. Muhammad Yusuf Saraf, Advocate Supreme Court,
Ch. Akhtar Ali, Advocate-on-Record,
Ch. Ghulam Ahmad, Advocate Supreme Court for Advocate General Punjab
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| Petitioners |
KHAN BEG
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| Respondents |
another,
RAB NAWAZ
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| Citations |
1986 SLD 500,
1986 SCMR 507
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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 |
302
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