“Father’s Duty to Support Children in Pakistan – Court Explains Law”
Table of Contents 1. Background of the Case Ali Akbar filed a constitutional petition. He wanted the court to discharge him from paying maintenance for two girls, Faiza and Nida. He claimed they were not his daughters. 2. Petitioner’s Claim The petitioner refused to acknowledge Faiza and Nida as his daughters. He raised this claim […]
“Khula in Pakistan: Easy Guide with Latest Court Decision 2023”
Table of Contents 1. Introduction The Islamabad High Court issued a powerful judgment in Malik Musawar Khan v. Mst. Nadia Yaseen Malik that reaffirmed a woman’s unconditional right to seek khula. This case became a turning point for family law in Pakistan, especially regarding the scope of khula, restitution of conjugal rights, and the return […]
“Drug Case Acquittal in Pakistan: Why the Court Freed the Accused in a Narcotics Case”
Table of Contents Introduction This article explains the judgment of the Lahore High Court, Rawalpindi Bench, in Criminal Appeal No. 72 of 2017. The case involved an appeal filed by an accused named Shahzeb. He was previously convicted under Section 9(c) of the Control of Narcotic Substances Act, 1997. However, the High Court later acquitted […]
Understanding NICOP, POC, and Pakistani Passport: Key Differences and Purposes
Table of Contents Introduction Overseas Pakistanis often face confusion regarding which identification or travel document they should apply for: NICOP, POC, or a Pakistani passport. Each of these documents serves a unique purpose and has specific eligibility requirements. This article clarifies their distinctions and explains their use in detail. NICOP (National Identity Card for Overseas […]
How to Get Bail in Cheque Bounce Cases in Pakistan—Legal Example 2024
Table of Contents Introduction This article explains how the Sindh High Court handled a bail application. The case involved a cheque dishonour dispute between two parties. The court confirmed pre-arrest bail for the accused. Background of the Case The police accused Kabeer Ahmed of giving a dishonoured cheque.Police registered an FIR under Section 489-F of […]
How to Register a Firm in Pakistan: A Step-by-Step Guide
Registering a firm in Pakistan follows a clear process. This guide explains the steps, required documents, and post-registration tasks for registering a partnership firm with the Registrar of Firms in your city or district. Table of Contents Steps to Register a Firm in Pakistan 1. Draft a Partnership Deed A partnership deed defines the rules […]