| Case ID |
37dcd8d7-baed-4059-9a63-a4864f738fff |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Case No. 261 of 1984 |
| Decision Date |
Oct 29, 1985 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The court found that the accused, who were employees of the National Bank of Pakistan, had committed criminal breach of trust and unauthorized payments amounting to Rs. 35,213. The evidence demonstrated that payments were made without the necessary authorization, as the bills were not entered in the required drawing schedule provided by the District Accounts Office. The accused were convicted under various sections of the Pakistan Penal Code and the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1947. The judgment highlighted the importance of adhering to procedural norms in government financial transactions to prevent fraudulent activities. |
| Summary |
This case revolves around allegations of fraud and misconduct by bank employees related to unauthorized payments from a government account. The accused were found to have made fictitious entries in the bank's record, leading to a significant financial loss. The court emphasized the necessity of maintaining accurate records and the legal implications of failing to follow established procedures in public financial management. The ruling serves as a critical reminder about the accountability of public servants and the importance of integrity in financial dealings. Legal professionals and public sector employees should take heed of this case as it reinforces the principles of transparency and accountability essential in public service. Keywords such as 'fraud prevention', 'public accountability', and 'financial misconduct' are relevant in understanding the implications of this case. |
| Court |
Special Court of Offences in Banks
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| Entities Involved |
National Bank of Pakistan,
District Accounts Office, Gujranwala
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| Judges |
Ghazafar Ali Gondal
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| Lawyers |
Kh. Saeed uz Zafar,
Saleem Mahmood Chan
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| Petitioners |
THE STATE
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| Respondents |
MUHAMMAD SIDDIQUE,
MUHAMMAD ASGHAR BUTT,
NAZAR KARIM BHATTI,
ABBAS RAZA
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| Citations |
1986 SLD 250,
1986 PLJ 2078
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| Other Citations |
Syed Ali Bepari v. Nibaran Mollah and others P L D 1962 S C 502,
Abdul Majid v. Superintendent and Remembrancer Legal Affairs, Government of East Pakistan P L D 1964 S C 422,
State v. Manzoor Ahmad P L D 1966 S C 664
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| Laws Involved |
Pakistan Penal Code, 1860,
Prevention of Corruption Act, 1947
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| Sections |
409,
109,
467,
468,
471,
201,
5(2)
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