| Case ID |
260b2416-dca9-415b-8189-e0b9b9f8d951 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Crl. A. No. 393 of 2014 |
| Decision Date |
Mar 13, 2018 |
| Hearing Date |
Mar 13, 2018 |
| Decision |
The appeal filed by Nazir Ahmad against his conviction under the Anti Terrorism Act, 1997 and the Penal Code was accepted by the Lahore High Court. The court found that there were significant discrepancies in the prosecution's case, including the non-participation of key witnesses in the identification parade, lack of collected call data, and the contradictory testimonies of prosecution witnesses. The court emphasized that the benefit of doubt must be given to the accused if there exists a reasonable doubt regarding their guilt. As a result, the conviction and sentences awarded by the trial court were set aside, and Nazir Ahmad was acquitted of all charges. |
| Summary |
In the case of Nazir Ahmad vs. State, the Lahore High Court addressed serious concerns regarding the evidence presented against the appellant. The court evaluated the procedural integrity of the identification parade and the reliability of witness testimonies. It highlighted the importance of call data in establishing connections between the accused and the alleged crime. The ruling underscored the principle that, in criminal law, the presumption of innocence must prevail unless guilt is proven beyond a reasonable doubt. This case serves as a significant reference for similar future cases involving abduction and ransom under the Anti Terrorism Act. The court's decision reflects an adherence to legal principles that protect the rights of the accused, ensuring that justice is served fairly. The keywords trending in this case include 'Anti Terrorism Act', 'abduction', 'ransom', 'conviction', 'acquittal', and 'judicial review'. |
| Court |
Lahore High Court
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
SADAQAT ALI KHAN, JUSTICE,
SHEHRAM SARWAR CH., JUSTICE
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| Lawyers |
Mr. Zabi Ullah Nagra,
Mr. Munir Ahmad Sial
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| Petitioners |
NAZIR AHMED
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| Respondents |
STATE
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| Citations |
2021 SLD 1809,
2021 PLJ 384
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| Other Citations |
2009 SCMR 230
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| Laws Involved |
Anti Terrorism Act, 1997,
Penal Code (XLV of 1860)
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| Sections |
7(c),
365-A
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