| Case ID |
e2d71d74-8084-472d-9f1a-36d81e70078d |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Criminal Appeal No. 107 of 1984 |
| Decision Date |
Mar 26, 1988 |
| Hearing Date |
Mar 26, 1988 |
| Decision |
The Supreme Court of Pakistan found that the prosecution failed to prove its case against Khizar Hayat. The judicial confession made by Khizar Hayat was deemed inconsistent with medical evidence and the prosecution's case. The court noted that the motive for the murder, stemming from local council elections, was not supported by reliable evidence. The acquittal of Khizar Hayat by the Lahore High Court was upheld, as the evidence presented was insufficient to establish guilt. The appeal against the acquittal was dismissed, and the bail bonds were discharged. |
| Summary |
In the landmark case of Criminal Appeal No. 107 of 1984, the Supreme Court of Pakistan addressed critical aspects of criminal justice, particularly the reliability of judicial confessions and the burden of proof on the prosecution. The case revolved around the murder of Fiaz Akhtar, where Khizar Hayat was accused. The court analyzed the inconsistencies between the accused's confessional statements and the medical evidence presented. The Supreme Court emphasized the importance of corroborative evidence in criminal cases, especially when the prosecution relies heavily on confessions. The decision to uphold the acquittal highlights ongoing discussions regarding judicial integrity and the necessity of substantial proof in criminal proceedings. This case serves as a pivotal reference for legal practitioners concerning the standards of evidence required in criminal law, particularly in cases involving confessions and the role of motive. |
| Court |
Supreme Court of Pakistan
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
MUHAMMAD HALEEM, C. J.,
NASIM HASAN SHAH,
SHAFIUR RAHMAN, JJ
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| Lawyers |
Not available
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| Petitioners |
RUKAN ZAMAN
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| Respondents |
KHIZAR HAYAT
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| Citations |
1988 SLD 2377,
1988 SCMR 950
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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 |
302/34,
185(3)
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