| Case ID |
420ef94f-5920-433a-82b3-b1c285dd3e4a |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Jail Criminal Appeal No.47/Q of 2001 |
| Decision Date |
Nov 20, 2001 |
| Hearing Date |
Nov 20, 2001 |
| Decision |
The appeal by Amir Bakhsh was accepted, and the judgment of the trial court was set aside. The court found that the conviction was based on insufficient evidence, primarily relying on conjecture and the testimony of a tracker who lacked expertise. The evidence presented was deemed inadequate to establish a connection between the accused and the alleged crime of robbery. The court emphasized the need for proper appraisal of evidence in criminal proceedings, leading to Amir Bakhsh's acquittal. |
| Summary |
In the case of Amir Bakhsh vs. The State, the Federal Shariat Court dealt with issues surrounding the conviction of Amir Bakhsh under Section 392 of the Penal Code for robbery. The court scrutinized the evidence presented during the trial, particularly focusing on the credibility of the tracker who testified against the appellant. The judgment highlighted the importance of having concrete evidence in criminal cases, as mere assumptions and lack of expert testimony cannot sustain a conviction. The decision underlined the principles governing the administration of criminal justice, reinforcing that convictions must be based on clear and convincing evidence connecting the accused to the crime. The ruling serves as a vital reference for future cases involving similar legal principles, emphasizing the need for thorough investigation and credible witness testimonies in securing just outcomes in criminal proceedings. This case is significant as it reiterates the standards of proof required in criminal law, ensuring that justice is served based on factual evidence rather than conjectural reasoning. |
| Court |
Federal Shariat Court
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
FAZAL ELAHI KHAN, C.J.,
ALI MUHAMMAD BALOCH, J
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| Lawyers |
Javaid Aziz Sandhu for Appellant,
Nemo for the State
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| Petitioners |
AMIR BAKHSH
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| Respondents |
THE STATE
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| Citations |
2002 SLD 975,
2002 PCRLJ 678
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Penal Code (XLV of 1860)
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| Sections |
392
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