by Muhammad Shafique Baloch Advocate High Court, Lahore. Donald Trump’s remarks about Canada potentially becoming the 51st state of the United States have sparked debate and intrigue across North America. While many interpret his statements as either humor or a rhetorical jab, the suggestion raises significant legal, political, and cultural questions. Here, we explore whether…
The Lahore High Court’s recently reported judgment in Criminal Revision No. 400 of 2018 (Hafeez Ahmad v. The State, etc.), authored by newly appointed Mr. Justice Muhammad Jawad Zafar, stands as a sterling example of judicial craftsmanship and analytical precision. The decision not only vindicates a citizen’s right to due process but also reinforces fundamental…
The judiciary in Pakistan has lost its independence, subjugated to the influence of the military establishment, and functioning as a mere instrument for furthering institutional interests rather than upholding justice. When judges are handpicked not for their integrity or legal acumen but for their allegiance to power, the very essence of an impartial judiciary is…
Citation: PLD 2024 IHC 223This case provided an in-depth analysis of custody laws in Pakistan, emphasizing child welfare in custody decisions.
Lahore High Court allows police to submit investigation reports via WhatsApp before bail hearings — a breakthrough for timely justice and fair trial safeguards. A Landmark Development in Bail Procedure in a progressive step toward digital transformation in Pakistan’s criminal justice system, the Lahore High Court in case 2025 LHC 5113 has held that police…
By Shafique Baloch, Advocate Introduction Let’s explore why filing for asylum may be the best legal route for you. ✅ 1. Protection from Deportation The moment you file for asylum, you get legal protection from removal or deportation. Authorities will not take action against you while your asylum claim is under review, giving you legal…
By Muhammad Shafique Baloch Advocate High Court In a recent decision reported as 2025 LHC 4781, the Lahore High Court once again underscored the principle that bail—even in non-prohibitory clause cases—can be denied where the facts and circumstances justify judicial restraint. The case involved Muhammad Mudasir Syed, who was accused of committing cheque fraud under…
Citation: PLD 2024 LHC 134The Lahore High Court discussed the rights of the accused in corruption cases, focusing on NAB’s standards and fair trial requirements.
By Muhammad shafique Baloch Advocate High Court Case of Repeated Bail Attempts: Revisiting Bail Jurisprudence: Lahore High Court Decides on Repeated Pleas.Case of Repeated Bail Attempts: Legal Implications. Ehsan Ali’s post-arrest bail plea in Crl. Revision No. 72289/2024 raised critical questions about the admissibility of revisiting bail grounds already addressed by the court. Justice Farooq…
by Muhammad shafique Baloch Advocate High Court The Lahore High Court’s recent decision in *Crl. Misc. No.1584-B of 2025* has stirred an important legal debate on the boundaries of judicial discretion during bail hearings. The case of **Nasrullah alias Nasru**, who sought post-arrest bail, became the subject of an unusually extensive judicial inquiry—not just into…
