| Case ID |
371ec7a0-0445-492c-bd40-d177fec78d13 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Criminal Petition for Special Leave to Appeal No. |
| Decision Date |
Jun 11, 1984 |
| Hearing Date |
Jun 11, 1984 |
| Decision |
The Supreme Court of Pakistan dismissed the petition for leave to appeal filed by Sajawal Shah. The petitioner was previously convicted for his involvement in the murder of Saidan Shah and was sentenced to life imprisonment along with fines. The court found no substantial question of law raised that warranted reappraisal of evidence. The plea of self-defense presented by the petitioner was deemed insufficient for reconsideration, leading to the dismissal of the petition along with the bail application. |
| Summary |
In the case of Sajawal Shah vs. The State, the Supreme Court of Pakistan addressed significant issues surrounding the appeal process in criminal law, particularly concerning the reappraisal of evidence. The case involved a conviction related to murder under the Penal Code, with the petitioner challenging the rejection of his self-defense claim. The court emphasized that leave to appeal cannot be granted solely for the purpose of evidence reappraisal, thus reinforcing the standards for appeals in criminal matters. This case highlights the complexities of legal representation and the importance of presenting substantial legal arguments in appellate procedures. The ruling serves as a critical reference for future cases involving similar legal principles and procedural challenges, ensuring clarity in the application of law regarding appeals and convictions in criminal cases. |
| Court |
Supreme Court of Pakistan
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
ASLAM RIAZ HUSSAIN,
NASIM HASAN SHAH,
M. S. H. QURAISHI
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| Lawyers |
Mian Ata-ur-Rahman
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| Petitioners |
SAJAWAL SHAH
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| Respondents |
THE STATE
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| Citations |
1984 SLD 770,
1984 SCMR 1074
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Constitution of Pakistan (1973),
Penal Code (XLV of 1860)
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| Sections |
185(3),
304(1),
308,
447
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