| Case ID |
25206c20-f561-40e3-b36e-3dc90ea9227d |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Criminal Appeal No. 16 of 1982 |
| Decision Date |
Feb 12, 1985 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The Supreme Court granted leave to appeal to four convicts under sections 302/148/149 of the Penal Code to reappraise the evidence as it found certain special features requiring closer scrutiny. The court observed that the prosecution had failed to prove its case beyond reasonable doubt and the accused were entitled to acquittal. The trial court's conviction of the accused was dismissed, and they were released forthwith. The court highlighted the inconsistencies in the prosecution's evidence and the lack of credible witnesses, establishing that the defense's claims of self-defense were plausible given the circumstances. |
| Summary |
This case revolves around a criminal appeal involving multiple accused in a murder case. The Supreme Court of Pakistan scrutinized the evidence presented by the prosecution and concluded that it lacked consistency and credibility. The accused were initially convicted in a trial court but were acquitted by the Supreme Court due to insufficient evidence. The court emphasized the importance of reasonable doubt in criminal proceedings and upheld the principle that the burden of proof lies with the prosecution. This case highlights the judicial system's commitment to ensuring justice and protecting the rights of the accused, showcasing a critical examination of evidence and witness credibility. Key terms include 'murder', 'acquittal', 'reasonable doubt', 'judicial scrutiny', and 'evidence assessment'. The ruling reinforces the necessity of rigorous legal standards in criminal cases and the significance of a fair trial. |
| 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,
ZAFFAR HUSSAIN MIRZA,
M. S. QURAISH, JJ
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| Lawyers |
Not available
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| Petitioners |
others,
MUHAMMAD AKRAM
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| Respondents |
THE STATE
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| Citations |
1985 SLD 595,
1985 SCMR 843
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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 |
185,
302,
148,
149
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