Defamation | Pakistan Penal Code, 1860

Criminal Law

INTRODUCTION Defamation refers to the act of making false statements that harm the reputation of an individual or entity. It involves spreading falsehoods through spoken or written communication, such as slander (spoken defamation) or libel (written defamation). Defamation can result in serious legal consequences, as it infringes upon a person’s right to a good name … Read more

Theft Liable to Hadd | Hudood Laws

Criminal Law

INTRODUCTION Theft, liable to Hadd is included in The Offences Against Property (Enforcement of Hudood) Ordinance, 1979. It is the modification of the existing laws against property in order to bring the commission of certain offences within the injunctions of Islam. It is also known as Sarka.   RELEVANT PROVISIONS Sections 4 to 14 of … Read more

Drinking Liable to Hadd | Hudood Laws

Criminal Law

INTRODUCTION The offences regarding drinking are covered in Prohibition (Enforcement of Hadd) Order, 1979. Drinking is the taking of any kind of intoxicant. Normally, drinking results in unconsciousness so it is prohibited in Islam.   RELEVANT PROVISIONS Articles 6 to 13 of the Prohibition (Enforcement of Hadd) order, 1979 Cross Reference. Article 203C of the … Read more

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