How Pakistan Courts Verify Age in Criminal Cases
In Pakistan’s legal system, establishing an accused person’s age can dramatically impact case outcomes, especially for serious charges. When defendants claim minority status, courts must carefully examine evidence to determine if juvenile protections apply. This verification process ensures young offenders receive appropriate legal consideration while maintaining justice system integrity.Juvenile age determination A recent Peshawar High […]
Understanding the Supreme Court’s Decision to Grant Bail in a High-Profile Murder Case
The Supreme Court of Pakistan recently made a significant ruling that clarifies several important legal principles regarding the grant of bail in criminal cases. This decision, involving a murder charge, highlights the judiciary’s careful approach to ensuring justice by scrutinizing the evidence before trial. The Core of the Case: A Delayed FIR and Unnamed Witnesses […]
“Section 302 PPC Murder Case in Pakistan: Acquittal and 14-Year Sentence Explained”
Table of Contents 1. Introduction This case involves a murder. The victims were the complainant’s son and the sister of one of the accused. The police charged the accused under sections 302, 364, 147, and 149 PPC. These sections deal with murder, kidnapping for murder, and rioting. 2. Delay in FIR and Postmortem The FIR […]