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 may submit their report (under Section 167 Cr. P.C.) through WhatsApp or similar digital means, if the original document is unavailable at the time of bail hearings. This decision aims to prevent unnecessary delays and ensure timely disposal of bail applications — especially when the accused are in custody and the courts are pressed for time.—
🔍 Key Highlights from the Judgment:
👉 Case Title: Sunny Hakim vs The State👉 Court: Lahore High Cour
👉 Citation: 2025 LHC 5113
👉 Legal Issue: Delay in submission of Section 167 Cr.P.C. report
👉 Holding: Police can send reports via WhatsApp; trial courts cannot dismiss bail applications solely for lack of the original report.—
📌 Why This Matters:
✅ Prevents misuse of delay by prosecution in bail matters
✅ Encourages use of technology to aid criminal justice
✅ Respects constitutional rights of under-trial prisoners
✅ Sets a precedent for faster disposal of bail petitions
✅ Ensures fair trial guarantees under Article 10-A of Constitution of Pakistan—🔗 Internal & External References:Learn more about our Criminal Defense ServicesContact us for legal advice:
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🖋️ About the Author:Muhammad Shafique Baloch, Advocate High CourtSpecialist in bail, asylum, and constitutional litigation
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