| Case ID |
eb4c9929-d9f5-4ec4-8fb4-92b4f3c721dd |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Habeas Corpus Petition No.52 of 2000 |
| Decision Date |
Sep 04, 2000 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The allegations made by the petitioner that Muhammad Khurshid and Baz Karam were illegally detained by the police were examined. It was revealed that both individuals were employees of Bashir Ahmad Bilour and were brought to the Court by the Bailiff without any obstruction. The Bailiff confirmed that no one resisted their transfer to the High Court. The detainees recounted their experiences, including allegations against various police officials for their temporary detention and torture related to an alleged theft case. Given the circumstances, the Court ruled that the detainees were to be set at liberty and disposed of the applications accordingly. |
| Summary |
This case revolves around a habeas corpus petition filed in the Peshawar High Court, addressing the illegal detention of two individuals, Muhammad Khurshid and Baz Karam. The petition highlights significant concerns about police conduct and the treatment of detainees in connection with a theft case. The court evaluated the claims made by the petitioners and the circumstances surrounding their detention. The decision emphasized the importance of lawful procedures and the protection of individual rights against unlawful detention. The ruling ultimately favored the detainees, granting them liberty and underscoring the judicial system's role in safeguarding personal freedoms. This case is a critical reference point for discussions on habeas corpus, police accountability, and the rights of individuals under the Criminal Procedure Code. |
| Court |
Peshawar High Court
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| Entities Involved |
Bashir Ahmad Bilour,
Haroon Bilour
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| Judges |
MIAN SHAKIRULLAH, JAN, J
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| Lawyers |
Akhtar Naveed,
Imtiaz Ali, A.A.G.
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| Petitioners |
MUHAMMAD NAZIR
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| Respondents |
4 others,
THE SENIOR SUPERINTENDENT OF POLICE PESHAWAR
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| Citations |
2001 SLD 981,
2001 PCRLJ 665
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Criminal Procedure Code (V of 1898)
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| Sections |
491
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