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QAISER alias AAUN vs State S — 2026 PLD 47 LAHORE-HIGH-COURT-LAHORE

Case information

Citation
2026 PLD 47 LAHORE-HIGH-COURT-LAHORE
Court
Lahore High Court
Year
2026
Reporter
PLD
Parties
QAISER alias AAUN vs State S
Subject matter
Criminal
Provisions referred to
S. 342---E; S. 342; Criminal Procedural Code

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Judgment text as reported

QAISER alias AAUN VS State S. 342---Examination of an accused---Purpose---Audi alteram partem, principle of---The purpose of examining an accused under S. 342 of the Criminal Procedural Code, 1898 ('Cr.P.C.'), is clearly articulated within the provision itself; it lays down the purpose as to "enable the accused to explain any circumstances appearing in the evidence against him"---Section 342, Cr.P.C., directly correlates with the principle of audi alteram partem, one of the foundational principles of natural justice---The term audi alteram partem translates to "hear the other side" or "let no person be condemned unheard"---Said principle safeguards the fundamental right that no individual shall face punishment or adverse judgment without being afforded a fair opportunity to present his case and challenge the evidence laid against him---Such examination serves as a crucial safeguard, allowing the accused a direct opportunity to confront and clarify any incriminating material and circumstances that have emerged during the trial, which offers an accused a vital opportunity to present his defense, ensuring that no adverse conclusions are drawn without first considering his perspective, and reflects the very essence of justice and fairness, safeguarding the rights of the accused and upholding the integrity of the judicial process.

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