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Case ID 67b117b8-9420-4b5f-b758-6c44ef45c201
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Case Number D-731 of 2014
Decision Date Jul 08, 2014
Hearing Date
Decision The petitioners sought a writ of habeas corpus for the recovery of their father, Muhammad Ibrahim Joyo, who was residing with respondent Muzaffar Ali. The court concluded that the petitioners failed to demonstrate that their father was being unlawfully confined or that any of his fundamental rights were being violated. The court emphasized that an adult of sound mind cannot be compelled to reside with any specific person against their wishes. Consequently, the petition was dismissed as it did not fall within the ambit of the writ jurisdiction of the High Court.
Summary In this case, the Sindh High Court dealt with a constitutional petition where the petitioners, sons of Muhammad Ibrahim Joyo, sought the issuance of a writ of habeas corpus against Muzaffar Ali, claiming that their father was being unlawfully restrained from visiting them. The petitioners argued that they had visitation rights and that they wished to take care of their father's medical needs. The court, however, found that the petitioners did not provide adequate evidence to support their claims. It ruled that an adult cannot be forced to reside with someone against their will, and emphasized the importance of individual autonomy and fundamental rights. The decision highlighted the parameters of Article 199 of the Constitution, which governs the High Court's jurisdiction. The court ultimately dismissed the petition, reinforcing the principle that personal freedom and choice are paramount. This case serves as a critical reference for issues involving personal autonomy, fundamental rights, and the limits of judicial intervention in private matters.
Court Sindh High Court
Entities Involved Not available
Judges SALAHUDDIN PANHWAR, MUHAMMAD IQBAL KALHORO
Lawyers Abdul Mueed Shaikh, Sajjad Ahmed Chandio, Allah Bachayo Soomro
Petitioners , MEHBOOB ALI JOYO
Respondents , MUZAFFAR ALI
Citations 2015 SLD 509, 2015 PLD 244
Other Citations Human Rights Case No.8901-S of 2012
Laws Involved Constitution of Pakistan, 1973
Sections 199, 199(1)(b)(c)