| Case ID |
4213c71f-60db-47a8-a78f-a2b1649c4b89 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
J. P. No. 80 of 2008 |
| Decision Date |
Apr 08, 2009 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The Supreme Court of Pakistan granted leave to appeal in favor of the petitioner, Rab Nawaz, on the grounds that the evidence presented during the trial was vague and not properly appreciated. The court noted that the statements of prosecution witnesses were ignored, particularly the statement of Khawas Khan (P.W.17), which related to the fact of recovery. The court emphasized the necessity for a thorough examination of the evidence to ensure justice is served. It was determined that the prosecution's case had not been sufficiently established, leading to the decision to grant leave for appeal. |
| Summary |
This case revolves around an appeal granted by the Supreme Court of Pakistan concerning the conviction based on insufficient and vague evidence. The petitioner, Rab Nawaz, argued that the trial court failed to appreciate the evidence accurately and ignored crucial witness statements. The case highlights the importance of proper evidence evaluation in criminal trials to uphold justice. The Supreme Court's decision to grant leave for appeal reflects its commitment to ensuring that convictions are based on solid evidence and fair legal proceedings. This case is significant for legal professionals focusing on criminal law and the standards of evidence required for conviction. Keywords include 'Supreme Court of Pakistan', 'criminal trial', 'evidence evaluation', 'legal standards', and 'justice administration'. |
| Court |
Supreme Court of Pakistan
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
JAVED IQBAL,
CH. IJAZ AHMED
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| Lawyers |
Muhammad Zaman Bhatti,
Muhammad Siddiqui Baloch
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| Petitioners |
RAB NAWAZ
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| Respondents |
THE STATE
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| Citations |
2011 SLD 2112,
2011 SCMR 901
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Constitution of Pakistan
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| Sections |
Art. 185(3)
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