| Case ID |
51331c88-e909-496b-b7f2-2631f59f360f |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Civil Petition No.1219-L of 2005 |
| Decision Date |
Jul 12, 2006 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The court granted leave to appeal to consider the petitioner's circumstances regarding his wilful absence from duty after being acquitted from a criminal case. The appeal is directed to be fixed for final hearing within six months, allowing parties to submit additional documents with permission from the court. The petition was allowed. |
| Summary |
In the case of Muhammad Iqbal vs District Police Officer, Sahiwal, the Supreme Court of Pakistan addressed the issue of a petitioner's wilful absence from duty following his arrest and subsequent acquittal in a criminal case. The court recognized that the acquittal negated any claims of wilful absence. This case highlights the importance of due process and the legal rights of individuals who have faced criminal charges but were ultimately found not guilty. The ruling emphasizes that the legal framework, particularly Article 212(3) of the Constitution of Pakistan, provides avenues for individuals to appeal decisions affecting their employment status due to criminal allegations. This case serves as a precedent in protecting the rights of petitioners in similar situations, reinforcing legal principles regarding acquittal and employment law. Keywords: Supreme Court, legal rights, acquittal, employment law, due process, Pakistan. |
| Court |
Supreme Court of Pakistan
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
FAQIR MUHAMMAD KHOKHAR,
SYED JAMSHED ALI
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| Lawyers |
Saiful Haq Ziay
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| Petitioners |
MUHAMMAD IQBAL
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| Respondents |
others,
DISTRICT POLICE OFFICER, SAHIWAL
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| Citations |
2007 SLD 1396,
2007 SCMR 1365
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Constitution of Pakistan (1973)
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| Sections |
Art. 212(3)
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