| Case ID |
225d15fe-785a-43de-a516-603874fa6d08 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Crl. Misc. No. 3660-B of 2014 |
| Decision Date |
Apr 07, 2014 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The court confirmed the petitioner's pre-arrest bail application under Section 497 of the Criminal Procedure Code. The ruling emphasized that the object of pre-arrest bail is to protect individuals from false implications and undue harassment. The court noted that no dishonest intention was established in issuing the cheque, and there was no pending recovery against the petitioner. The court highlighted the importance of not allowing the misuse of legal processes for harassment and confirmed the bail subject to the petitioner providing fresh bail bonds of Rs. 1,00,000. |
| Summary |
This case revolves around the pre-arrest bail application of Mst. Kiran Nawaz, who was accused under Section 489-F of the Pakistan Penal Code for issuing a dishonored cheque. The Lahore High Court examined the relationships and previous interactions between the parties involved, emphasizing that the absence of evidence for dishonest intent was crucial in deciding the case. The court underscored the necessity of protecting individuals from false allegations, ensuring that the legal system is not misused for harassment. The decision reinforces the legal principle that pre-arrest bail is a safeguard against wrongful imprisonment. This case is significant in understanding the nuances of cheque dishonor cases and the importance of intent in criminal liability, making it a noteworthy reference for legal practitioners. |
| Court |
Lahore High Court
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
ABDUS SATTAR ASGHAR, J.
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| Lawyers |
Not available
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| Petitioners |
Mst. KIRAN NAWAZ
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| Respondents |
STATE
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| Citations |
2015 SLD 2723,
2015 PLJ 46
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Criminal Procedure Code, 1898,
Pakistan Penal Code, 1860
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| Sections |
497,
489-F
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