| Case ID |
5cba06a1-4b09-4f5b-a45b-172e8a1ac6b5 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Petition for Leave to Appeal Nos. 45-K and 51-K of |
| Decision Date |
Mar 04, 1988 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The Supreme Court of Pakistan granted leave to appeal in both petitions against the judgment of the Sindh High Court dated August 25, 1985. The court found that the question of whether the High Court's decision to reduce the sentence of the petitioner, who had been convicted under Section 302 of the Pakistan Penal Code, was based on correct principles of criminal justice warranted consideration. The appeal was partly allowed, maintaining the conviction but reducing the sentence to life imprisonment. The court decided to hear the appeals together, indicating the significance of the issues raised in both petitions. |
| Summary |
This case involves an appeal to the Supreme Court of Pakistan regarding the conviction and sentencing of an individual under Section 302 of the Penal Code. The Sindh High Court had previously reduced the sentence to life imprisonment, which led to the petitioners seeking further appeal. The Supreme Court's decision to grant leave to appeal underscores the importance of ensuring that legal principles are correctly applied in criminal justice. The case highlights issues of due process, the interpretation of legal standards, and the balance between conviction and sentencing. The participation of notable advocates, including Abdul Hafeez Memon and Hayat Junejo, emphasizes the legal complexities involved. This case is relevant for discussions on criminal law, judicial review, and the rights of the accused. It serves as a significant reference for similar cases in the future, contributing to the evolving jurisprudence in Pakistan. |
| Court |
Supreme Court of Pakistan
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
ABDUL KADIR SHAIKH,
S.A. NUSRAT
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| Lawyers |
Abdul Hafeez Memon,
Hayat Junejo,
Muzaffar Hassan,
A. Aziz Dastgir
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| Petitioners |
GHULAM MUHAMMAD MEMON
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| Respondents |
THE STATE
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| Citations |
1986 SLD 198,
1986 SCMR 1676
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Constitution of Pakistan (1973),
Penal Code (XLV of 1860)
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| Sections |
Art. 185(3),
S.302
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