How Police Procedural Flaws Secured a Narcotics Acquittal
A recent Peshawar High Court decision demonstrates how police procedural flaws can completely undermine a criminal prosecution. The court overturned a serious narcotics conviction, highlighting critical failures in evidence handling and investigation standards. This case serves as a powerful reminder that proper procedure is not just technicality but fundamental to justice. The Initial Case: Interception […]
Understanding How to Secure Bail in Narcotics Cases
Table of Contents Legal Grounds for Granting Bail In a recent significant judgment, the Peshawar High Court granted relief to two accused individuals, demonstrating how specific factors influence the court. While drug charges carry heavy penalties, the legal system ensures that judges balance strict laws with the rights of the accused. This article explains how […]
A Landmark Ruling on Consent and Crime
In a significant judgment, the Supreme Court of Pakistan recently delved into the delicate distinction between a horrific crime and a voluntary act. The case involved serious allegations of abduction and rape. However, the Court’s careful analysis of the evidence ultimately transformed the narrative, highlighting the critical importance of proving consent in rape cases. The Case […]
Bail Refused in Pakistan in Case of Blackmail and Suicide of Student – Full Court Judgment”
Table of Contents 1. Introduction The High Court (AJ&K) decided Criminal Revision Petition No. 164 of 2019 on 31st October 2019. Justice Ch. Khalid Yousaf heard the case. The accused, Muneeb Ikhlaq, applied for post-arrest bail. 2. Case Background Muhammad Basharat, the complainant, filed a case against Muneeb Ikhlaq. Police registered the FIR at Police […]