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Case ID 2084aedd-9f85-42f7-9766-14e8677b1930
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Case Number C.M. No. 48-M of 2019 in C.M. Dairy No. 46946 of 2
Decision Date Dec 05, 2019
Hearing Date Dec 05, 2019
Decision The Lahore High Court ruled on the matter concerning the restoration of a criminal appeal filed by the petitioner, Tahira Naseem, against the acquittal of the accused in FIR No. 513 dated 09.09.2008. The Court found that the Deputy Registrar's failure to specify a timeline for addressing deficiencies in the appeal memorandum did not justify its dismissal. The Court emphasized the importance of access to justice and the need for the Administrative Judge to consider the nature of objections raised. The decision ultimately allowed the restoration of the appeal, reinforcing the procedural rights of the petitioner.
Summary This case addresses critical issues surrounding the procedural aspects of criminal appeals within the Lahore High Court. Specifically, it highlights the importance of ensuring that petitioners are granted reasonable opportunities to address deficiencies in their submissions. The ruling underscores the necessity for court officials to adhere to procedural rules that protect the rights of individuals seeking justice. By focusing on the principles of fairness and accessibility, the Lahore High Court has set a precedent that aims to safeguard against administrative technicalities that could obstruct justice. Keywords such as 'criminal appeal', 'Lahore High Court', 'procedural fairness', and 'access to justice' are central to understanding the implications of this ruling.
Court Lahore High Court
Entities Involved Not available
Judges ANWAARUL HAQ PANNUN, JUSTICE
Lawyers Mr. Asghar Ali Gill
Petitioners TAHIRA NASEEM
Respondents ARSHAD MEHMOOD
Citations 2021 SLD 1919, 2021 PLJ 936
Other Citations Not available
Laws Involved Criminal Procedure Code (V of 1898), Pakistan Penal Code, 1860, Limitation Act, 1908
Sections 417(2), 302, 109, 5