| Case ID |
37a18e7a-1f91-418a-beef-e46fbf6eef70 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Writ Petition No. 221577 of 2018 |
| Decision Date |
Oct 16, 2018 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The constitutional petition filed by Muhammad Ameen was dismissed by the Lahore High Court. The court held that it lacked jurisdiction to change the venue of execution of the death sentence against Imran Ali as specified under Section 22 of the Anti-Terrorism Act, 1997. The court emphasized that the dignity and self-respect of individuals are inviolable, and public execution could lead to public aggression, endangering lives. Furthermore, the execution must take place at the District Prison in accordance with Rule 354 of the Pakistan Prisons Rules, 1978. The court reiterated that a barbaric crime does not warrant a barbaric penalty such as public hanging, and the petitioner's request for public execution was therefore not maintainable. |
| Summary |
In the case of Writ Petition No. 221577 of 2018, Muhammad Ameen sought the Lahore High Court's directive for the public execution of Imran Ali, convicted for heinous crimes against a minor. The court's decision highlighted the importance of human dignity and the legal framework governing executions, stating that the Anti-Terrorism Act, 1997 does not allow for public executions and that such actions could incite public violence. The ruling emphasized adherence to constitutional rights and established prison regulations, reflecting a balance between justice and societal values. This case underscores the ongoing debate on the death penalty and its implementation within the legal system of Pakistan, raising critical questions about human rights and the nature of punishment. The court's firm stance against public executions and its commitment to uphold human dignity position this case as a significant reference in legal discussions regarding capital punishment in Pakistan. |
| Court |
Lahore High Court
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
SARDAR MUHAMMAD SHAMIM KHAN,
SYED SHAHBAZ ALI RIZVI,
MUHAMMAD AMEEN
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| Lawyers |
Ishtiaq A. Ch.,
Sittar Sahil,
Ch. Muhammad Jawad Yaqoob,
Muhammad Ahmed Pansota
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| Petitioners |
Muhammad Ameen
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| Respondents |
GOVERNMENT OF PUNJAB AND OTHERS
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| Citations |
2019 SLD 1391,
2019 PLD 330
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Anti Terrorism Act, 1997,
Pakistan Prisons Rules, 1978,
Constitution of Pakistan, 1973,
Pakistan Penal Code, 1860
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| Sections |
7(a),
22,
R.354,
14(1),
201,
302(b),
363,
364A,
376,
377
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