| Case ID |
3880b977-82b0-4f67-a102-fdfec397989a |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Criminal Appeal No. 88 of 1964 |
| Decision Date |
Dec 14, 1967 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The Lahore High Court addressed the appeals filed by Muhammad Iqbal against the conviction under the Prevention of Corruption Act. The court found that the prosecution was validly sanctioned by the Deputy Commissioner, who was the complainant in the case. The evidence presented by the bribe givers was deemed credible despite their status as participants in the crime. The court acknowledged the lengthy trial process and the appellant's prior dismissal from service. Ultimately, the sentence was reduced to the time already served, while maintaining the conviction. The court emphasized the importance of the evidence provided and the legal standards governing the prosecution of public servants under corruption laws. |
| Summary |
The case revolves around Muhammad Iqbal, a public servant accused of corruption under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1947. The allegations stemmed from his role as a Patwari during consolidation operations in Sargodha. He was accused of accepting illegal gratifications from villagers in exchange for favorable treatment regarding land possession. The case highlights key legal principles regarding the prosecution of public officials, the credibility of witness testimony, and the implications of lengthy legal proceedings. The Lahore High Court ultimately upheld the convictions while reducing the sentences based on the time already served by the appellant. This case serves as a significant example of the legal standards applied in corruption cases in Pakistan. |
| Court |
Lahore High Court
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
MUHAMMAD AFZAL CHEEMA, J,
MUHAMMAD IQBAL er
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| Lawyers |
Muhammad Nawaz for Gul Muhammad Khan for Appellant,
A. H. Syed for A. G. for the State
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| Petitioners |
MUHAMMAD IQBAL
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| Respondents |
THE STATE
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| Citations |
1968 SLD 65,
1968 PCRLJ 316
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| Other Citations |
Noor Muhammad v. The State P L D 1963 S C 38
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| Laws Involved |
Prevention of Corruption Act, 1947
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| Sections |
6
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