| Case ID |
2ce11d56-cb50-4919-b55d-6523c7faf691 |
| Body |
View case body. Login to View |
| Case Number |
Criminal Appeal No. 351 of 2013 |
| Decision Date |
Apr 02, 2015 |
| Hearing Date |
Mar 03, 2015 |
| Decision |
The appeal was dismissed as the prosecution successfully proved the case against the appellant, Rehmat Ullah, for the murder of Akhtar Muhammad. The court found the evidence, including testimonies from eye-witnesses and medical evidence, to be reliable and consistent. The trial court's decision to convict and sentence the appellant to life imprisonment was upheld, taking into account the appellant's status as a juvenile. The judges noted that the normal penalty for the crime would be death, but juvenile considerations warranted the life sentence instead. The defense's claims of false implication were found to lack merit, as the complainant and eye-witnesses provided credible accounts of the incident, and no evidence of ulterior motives was established. |
| Summary |
This case revolves around the conviction of Rehmat Ullah for the murder of Akhtar Muhammad, which was determined by the Balochistan High Court. The case highlights critical aspects of criminal law, particularly regarding the treatment of juvenile offenders under the Juvenile Justice System Ordinance. The court's decision emphasizes the importance of reliable witness testimonies and the necessity of proving motive in homicide cases. The ruling also underscores the balance between upholding justice and recognizing the rights of juvenile offenders in the legal system. The case sets a precedent for how juvenile cases are handled, especially in serious offenses like murder. Key topics include the interpretation of evidence, the significance of witness credibility, and the legal frameworks guiding juvenile justice. The court's judgment reflects a comprehensive analysis of the facts and law, reinforcing the integrity of the judicial process in handling such sensitive matters. |
| Court |
Balochistan High Court
|
| Entities Involved |
Not available
|
| Judges |
SHAKEEL AHMED BALOCH,
NAEEM AKHTAR AFGHAN
|
| Lawyers |
Adnan Kasi,
Yahya Khan
|
| Petitioners |
REHMATULLAH
|
| Respondents |
The STATE
|
| Citations |
2015 SLD 2405,
2015 PCRLJ 1163
|
| Other Citations |
Allah Ditta v. The State PLD 2002 SC 52,
Haji Ali Shah v. The State 2001 PCr.LJ 1320
|
| Laws Involved |
Penal Code (XLV of 1860),
Juvenile Justice System Ordinance (XXII of 2002)
|
| Sections |
302(b),
7
|