| Case ID |
f7025fac-f28a-40a4-ac87-0ed81eabb38e |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Criminal Petition for Leave to Appeal No. 11 (S) o |
| Decision Date |
Mar 16, 1998 |
| Hearing Date |
Mar 16, 1998 |
| Decision |
The Supreme Court granted leave to appeal to the petitioners to assess whether the prosecution had established the guilt of the accused beyond a reasonable doubt. The court emphasized the need for proper appraisal of evidence in accordance with principles established by superior courts, ensuring safe administration of justice in criminal cases. The arguments presented by the learned counsel highlighted the issues with the prosecution's evidence, particularly the reliability of witness testimonies and the timing of the evidence collected. This decision serves as a reminder of the high standards required for conviction in criminal cases, underscoring the principles of justice and fair trial. |
| Summary |
In the case of Criminal Petition for Leave to Appeal No. 11 (S) of 1997, decided on March 16, 1998, the Supreme Court of Pakistan examined the conviction of the petitioners under section 377 of the Penal Code. The court's decision focused on key legal principles, including the burden of proof in criminal cases and the necessity for evidence to be evaluated rigorously. The petitioners contested the reliability of the evidence presented against them, particularly questioning the validity of the anal swabs taken days after the alleged incident. The court's ruling highlights the critical role of judicial scrutiny in ensuring a fair trial, especially in cases involving serious accusations. This case is noteworthy for legal practitioners and scholars interested in criminal law and the standards required for conviction, as it reinforces the notion that justice must be served with due diligence and adherence to legal principles. |
| Court |
Supreme Court of Pakistan
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
KHALIL-UR-REHMAN KHAN,
MUNIR A. SHEIKH,
MUHAMMAD TAQI USMANI
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| Lawyers |
Ch. Muhammad Iqbal,
Mehr Khan Malik,
Imtiaz Muhammad Khan
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| Petitioners |
2 others,
AZHAR IQBAL
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| Respondents |
another,
THE STATE
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| Citations |
1998 SLD 650,
1998 SCMR 1145
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Penal Code,
Constitution of Pakistan
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| Sections |
377,
203-F(2B)
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