| Case ID |
39a3d135-1ecd-4e56-966a-5907b9773100 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Criminal Appeals Nos.245 and 246 of 2009 |
| Decision Date |
Jun 06, 2013 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The Supreme Court of Pakistan considered the appeals concerning the conviction and death sentences awarded to the appellants for the murder of nine individuals. The Court found that while the common intention to kill existed, the High Court failed to record adequate findings regarding the prosecution's proof of the case against the accused. Consequently, the death sentences were commuted to life imprisonment based on the lack of sufficient evidence that warranted capital punishment. The appeals were partly allowed, maintaining other sentences and compensations. |
| Summary |
The case revolves around the tragic incident where nine individuals were killed by the accused, leading to their conviction under section 302(b) of the Penal Code. The Supreme Court's decision reflects a critical analysis of the evidence presented, highlighting the importance of due process in capital punishment cases. The Court emphasized the necessity for the prosecution to meet the burden of proof beyond a reasonable doubt. This case serves as a pivotal example of the judicial system's checks and balances in delivering justice while upholding the principles of fair trial and legal representation. Keywords such as 'capital punishment', 'common intention', 'murder conviction', and 'Supreme Court appeal' are integral for understanding the case's context and implications. |
| Court |
Supreme Court of Pakistan
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
ANWER ZAHEER,
JAMALI,
ASIF SAEED KHAN KHOSA,
AMIR HANI MUSLIM
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| Lawyers |
Malik Muhammad Kabir, Advocate Supreme Court,
Muhammad Zaman Bhatti, Advocate Supreme Court,
Sardar Asmatullah Khan, Advocate Supreme Court,
M. Saddique Khan, Baloch, Advocate Supreme Court
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| Petitioners |
ZAHOOR AHMED,
Ghulam Yousaf
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| Respondents |
The STATE
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| Citations |
2013 SLD 1669,
2013 SCMR 1618
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Penal Code (XLV of 1860),
Criminal Procedure Code (V of 1898)
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| Sections |
302(b),
342
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