| Case ID |
e146fd09-214f-4d91-af5f-8ae94b4d1238 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Criminal Appeal No.43 of 2001 |
| Decision Date |
Sep 18, 2001 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The Supreme Court granted leave to appeal to Anwaar Hussain to examine the evidence and determine the imprisonment due to default in payment of compensation under Section 544-A of the Cr.P.C. The conviction and sentence of the accused were upheld, with the direction for a six-month imprisonment in case of default in payment. The court found that the evidence against Anwaar Hussain was strong, with eye-witnesses confirming his involvement in the crime. The appeal was dismissed, and the court maintained the previous judgments regarding the other accused. |
| Summary |
This case involves significant legal principles related to murder and conspiracy under the Penal Code of Pakistan and the Criminal Procedure Code. The Supreme Court of Pakistan addressed the complexities of evidence in murder cases, particularly where multiple individuals are implicated. The case highlights the critical importance of eyewitness testimony and the roles of various laws in determining guilt and sentencing. The legal proceedings shed light on issues of mistaken identity and the necessity of corroborative evidence in criminal cases. The decision emphasizes the court's commitment to upholding justice while ensuring that the rights of the accused are considered. The ruling serves as a precedent in similar cases and promotes awareness of the legal standards required for conviction in serious offenses. Key terms include 'murder', 'conspiracy', 'eyewitness testimony', and 'criminal procedure'. |
| Court |
Supreme Court of Pakistan
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
Nazim Hussain Siddiqui,
Javed Iqbal
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| Lawyers |
Sardar Muhammad Ghazi, Advocate Supreme Court for Appellants,
Ch. Muhammad Akram, Advocate Supreme Court for the State
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| Petitioners |
Anwaar Hussain
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| Respondents |
The State
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| Citations |
2002 SLD 1102,
2002 SCMR 105
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Penal Code (XLV of 1860),
Criminal Procedure Code (V of 1898),
Constitution of Pakistan (1973)
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| Sections |
302(b),
324,
544-A,
185(3)
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