| Case ID |
32474933-5db5-4d0a-b49b-940efc30f0dc |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Crl. P. No. 1549 of 2021 |
| Decision Date |
Jan 26, 2022 |
| Hearing Date |
Jan 26, 2022 |
| Decision |
The Supreme Court of Pakistan dismissed the pre-arrest bail petition filed by Rashad Imran and his co-accused due to the substantial evidence against them. The court noted that the confiscated meat was manifestly unfit for human consumption and that the seizure was performed by a Veterinary Officer in accordance with the law. The court emphasized the importance of upholding public health standards and the responsibility of state functionaries in ensuring hygienic livestock supplies. The petition was deemed to fail as there was no basis to suggest any ulterior motives behind the actions of the complainant, leading to the conclusion that the mandatory provisions of criminal law require arrest in cognizable cases, particularly those that are non-bailable. |
| Summary |
This case revolves around a pre-arrest bail petition filed by Rashad Imran in the Supreme Court of Pakistan concerning the recovery of meat deemed unfit for human consumption. The incident occurred when the petitioner and his co-accused were intercepted by a Veterinary Officer while carrying 500 kg of beef and 60 kg of mutton on a designated meatless day. The meat was found to be cold, dark reddish, and emitting a foul odor, indicating it was unfit for consumption. Legal representations argued against the seizure's legitimacy, but the court found sufficient evidence supporting the actions taken by the authorities. The ruling reinforces the law surrounding public health and food safety, highlighting the critical role of veterinary inspections in preventing the distribution of contaminated meat. The decision echoes the necessity of maintaining stringent food safety standards and the legal ramifications for those who violate these regulations. This case serves as a significant precedent in the realm of food safety law, emphasizing the court's commitment to public health and the enforcement of legal standards. |
| Court |
Supreme Court of Pakistan
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
UMAR ATA BANDIAL,
SYED MANSOOR ALI SHAH,
QAZI MUHAMMAD AMIN AHMED
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| Lawyers |
Mr. Aftab Alam Yasir, ASC,
Syed Rifaqat Hussain Shah, AOR,
Mr. Ahmad Raza Gillani, Additional P.G. Punjab
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| Petitioners |
RASHAD IMRAN
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| Respondents |
STATE,
Respondent No. 2 in person
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| Citations |
2022 SLD 1828,
2022 PLJ 246
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Criminal Procedure Code,
Punjab Pure Food Ordinance
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| Sections |
498,
22,
23,
24
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