Steps in a Criminal Case in Pakistan
In the criminal justice system in our country, it is the job of the prosecution to prove the case against the alleged offender and such burden does not shift from prosecution even if the accused takes up any plea and fails in it. Criminal cases in our legal system are a crucial part of ensuring […]
Private Complaint vs. FIR: Understanding Criminal Procedure in Pakistan
What is First Information Report (FIR): An FIR is a first information report that a Station House Officer is duty-bound to register under section 154 of CRPC when information regarding the occurrence of a cognizable offense is conveyed to him. It is important to note that SHO is under a legal obligation to register an […]
What is F.I.R : What you can do if Police don’t register your F.I.R?
What is F.I.R? First Information Report (FIR) is a written document prepared by the police when they receive information about the commission of a cognizable offence under section 154 of Criminal Procedure Code, 1898. FIR is an essential document that acts as the initial record of information received by the police concerning a cognizable offense. […]
