| Case ID |
2bb68bd6-4a45-4f9d-9939-d4db7c04c8ae |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Criminal Appeal No. 511 of 2010 |
| Decision Date |
Feb 13, 2013 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The Peshawar High Court dismissed the appeal filed by Sajjad Ahmad against the conviction and sentence of life imprisonment imposed by the Trial Court under the Control of Narcotic Substances Act. The court found that the prosecution had proven its case beyond a reasonable doubt, as the testimonies of the prosecution witnesses remained consistent and credible. The defense's claim of false implication was deemed remote, and the appellants failed to substantiate their innocence. The court emphasized the seriousness of drug trafficking and the necessity for strict enforcement of laws against such offenses. |
| Summary |
This case revolves around the conviction of Sajjad Ahmad and Lateef Ahmad under the Control of Narcotic Substances Act for the possession of a significant quantity of narcotics. The evidence presented at trial demonstrated that the accused were the drivers of a truck from which charas and opium were recovered. The High Court upheld the lower court's ruling, highlighting the reliability of the prosecution witnesses and the substantial evidence against the accused. The ruling underscores the ongoing struggle against drug trafficking, which poses a severe threat to society and the economy. The court's decision serves as a reminder of the importance of legal frameworks in combating drug-related crimes, ensuring that offenders are held accountable, and protecting community welfare. This case is pivotal in understanding the judiciary's stance on narcotics offenses and the imperative of strict legal measures to deter drug-related activities. |
| Court |
Peshawar High Court
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
MIAN FASIH UL MULK,
ASSADULLAH KHAN CHAMKANI
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| Lawyers |
Umar Hayat,
Said Rehman
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| Petitioners |
SAJJAD AHMAD
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| Respondents |
The STATE
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| Citations |
2013 SLD 2704,
2013 YLR 1667
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| Other Citations |
PLD 2006 SC 61,
PLD 2010 SC 1052,
2010 YLR Pesh. 1124
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| Laws Involved |
Control of Narcotic Substances Act (XXV of 1997)
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| Sections |
9(c),
29
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