| Case ID |
20853289-863d-4f09-ad94-06fed3721e51 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Criminal Appeals Nos. 144 K and 145 K of 1992 |
| Decision Date |
Dec 23, 1993 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The Supreme Court upheld the conviction and sentence of the appellant for the murder of Abdul Wahid, confirming that the ocular evidence was corroborated by circumstantial evidence. The court evaluated the evidence to ensure compliance with principles of criminal justice, noting that the trial court had acquitted co-accused based on similar evidence. The court found no merit in the appellant's argument that his case was similar to that of the acquitted co-accused, as the evidence against him was stronger. The appeals were dismissed, affirming the lower court's decision. |
| Summary |
In the case of Punhoon vs The State, the Supreme Court of Pakistan examined the evidence surrounding the murder of Abdul Wahid. The court focused on the principles of criminal justice, particularly the evaluation of evidence that led to the acquittal of other co-accused while maintaining the conviction of Punhoon. The court emphasized the importance of corroboration between ocular and circumstantial evidence in upholding the conviction under the Penal Code. The decision highlights the complexities of criminal appeals and the necessity for thorough judicial scrutiny in cases involving serious charges like murder. Key terms include 'murder conviction', 'corroborative evidence', and 'criminal justice principles', which are critical for understanding the case's legal implications and relevance in ongoing discussions about judicial processes. |
| Court |
Supreme Court of Pakistan
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
SHAFIUR RAHMAN,
AJMAL MIAN,
SAIDUZZAMAN SIDDIQUI
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| Lawyers |
AA. Siddiqui, Advocate on-Record for Appellant,
Rasheed Akhtar Oureshi, Advocate on-Record for Advocate General Sindh for the State
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| Petitioners |
Punhoon
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| Respondents |
THE STATE
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| Citations |
1995 SLD 582,
1995 SCMR 347
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Penal Code (XLV of 1860),
Constitution of Pakistan (1973)
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| Sections |
302,
185(3)
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