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Case ID 2c6fc881-8a16-41ac-b274-c64aaa2f2208
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Case Number Criminal Petition No. 823 L of 2002
Decision Date Jan 22, 2003
Hearing Date
Decision The Supreme Court of Pakistan dismissed the petition for leave to appeal against the Lahore High Court's refusal to grant bail to the petitioner, Waseem Ullah, who was accused of murder. The court affirmed that the High Court was justified in its decision, noting that the accused had been in custody since November 26, 2000, and that the incident occurred in broad daylight with a prompt FIR lodged. The motive for the murder was established as the deceased, Malik Muhammad Yousuf, an advocate, was engaged in legal proceedings against the accused's interests. The court found no grounds to challenge the discretion exercised by the High Court and emphasized the seriousness of the charges, including murder and attempted murder.
Summary This case revolves around a pivotal decision made by the Supreme Court of Pakistan concerning the denial of bail to Waseem Ullah, accused of murdering Malik Muhammad Yousuf, an advocate. The case illustrates key legal principles involving the Criminal Procedure Code and the Penal Code, showcasing the court's strict stance on bail in serious offenses. The Supreme Court's ruling emphasizes the need for a robust judicial process, particularly when the accused has been in custody for an extended period without a completed trial. The decision also highlights the potential risks to justice when legal representatives are targeted for their professional duties. Keywords such as 'bail denial', 'murder case', 'advocate murder', 'Supreme Court Pakistan', and 'Criminal Procedure Code' are significant for legal professionals and those studying criminal law.
Court Supreme Court of Pakistan
Entities Involved Not available
Judges JAVED IQBAL, FAQIR MUHAMMAD KHOKHAR
Lawyers Ghulam Haider Alghazali, Hasnat Ahmad, Faiz ur Rehman
Petitioners WASEEM ULLAH
Respondents THE STATE
Citations 2004 SLD 1034, 2004 SCMR 860
Other Citations Not available
Laws Involved Criminal Procedure Code (V of 1898), Penal Code (XLV of 1860), Constitution of Pakistan (1973)
Sections 497, 302, 324, 148, 149, 109, 185(3)