| Case ID |
43cb697c-0565-40b7-bc1e-7c095859c7a1 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Criminal Petition for Leave to Appeal No.340 of 19 |
| Decision Date |
Apr 19, 1989 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The Supreme Court of Pakistan dismissed the petition for leave to appeal filed by Nazra and others against the judgment of the Lahore High Court. The court found that the petitioners were properly convicted under section 324/34 of the Penal Code for causing injuries to Muhammad Amir. The court upheld the decisions of the lower courts, concluding that the defense version presented by the petitioners was rejected as it lacked credibility. The court also noted that the petition was time-barred by two days, reinforcing the dismissal on both merits and procedural grounds. |
| Summary |
This case involves a criminal petition for leave to appeal regarding a conviction under the Penal Code in Pakistan. The petitioners, Nazra and others, were convicted for attempted murder after attacking Muhammad Amir, resulting in multiple injuries. The Supreme Court found that the victim provided a detailed account of the incident, and the defense's claim of an accidental injury was dismissed. The case highlights important issues related to criminal liability, the credibility of witness testimonies, and procedural timelines in legal appeals. The decision emphasizes the rigorous standards applied by the Supreme Court in reviewing lower court decisions, particularly in criminal cases. Legal practitioners must be aware of the implications of this case for future appeals, especially concerning the timely filing of petitions and the weight of witness testimonies. The ruling reinforces the need for a thorough understanding of the law and the importance of presenting credible evidence in court. Keywords: criminal law, Pakistan, Supreme Court, appeal, attempted murder, witness testimony, legal standards. |
| Court |
Supreme Court of Pakistan
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
DAVID LQBAL,
GHULAM MUJADDID,
SAAD SAOOD
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| Lawyers |
Tanvir Ahmad
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| Petitioners |
anothers,
NAZRA
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| Respondents |
THE STATE
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| Citations |
1990 SLD 659,
1990 SCMR 516
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Penal Code (XLV of 1860),
Constitution of Pakistan (1973)
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| Sections |
324,
34,
185(3)
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