| Case ID |
2fbd08fd-25bc-46bd-9344-0642dfdccc06 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Criminal Appeal No. 221-L of 2013 |
| Decision Date |
Aug 02, 2016 |
| Hearing Date |
Aug 02, 2016 |
| Decision |
The appeal was dismissed as the evidence indicated that the injury caused by the appellant resulted in permanent partial loss of vision in the victim's eye, thereby satisfying the requirements for conviction under sections 335 and 336 of the Penal Code. The medical evidence provided by Dr. Muhammad Aslam and the opinions from the Medical Board and Ophthalmologist confirmed the severity and permanence of the injury. The court found no legitimate exceptions to the conviction and sentence imposed by the trial court. |
| Summary |
This case revolves around an appeal concerning the conviction of Muhammad Sarfraz for causing severe injury to Zafar Iqbal's eye using an iron rod. The Supreme Court of Pakistan upheld the conviction based on substantial medical evidence that demonstrated a permanent partial loss of vision in the victim's eye. The court's decision emphasized the importance of accurate medical assessments in determining the severity of injuries under the Penal Code. The case illustrates the legal standards required for conviction under sections 335 and 336, reinforcing the judiciary's commitment to uphold justice in cases involving personal injury. This appeal further highlights the role of legal representation in ensuring fair trials and the significance of detailed medical testimony in criminal cases. |
| Court |
Supreme Court of Pakistan
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
ASIF SAEED KHAN KHOSA, JUSTICE,
UMAR ATA BANDIAL, JUSTICE,
IJAZ UL AHSAN, JUSTICE
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| Lawyers |
Malik Riaz Khalid Awan,
Mian Ghulam Hussain,
Mazhar Sher Awan
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| Petitioners |
Muhammad Sarfraz
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| Respondents |
The State and Others
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| Citations |
2017 SLD 468,
2017 SCMR 364
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Penal Code (XLV of 1860)
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| Sections |
335,
336
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