A Custom Uncovered: “Ghag”
This article explores the tribal custom of Ghag that has been practices in the Pakhtun-dominated regions of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa for several hundred years.
Electronic Surveillance and Interception Laws in Pakistan
This article explores the statutes that regulate surveillance and interception in Pakistan, as well as the procedures that are adopted by law enforcement agencies.
The Nelson Mandela Rules and the Criminal Justice System of Pakistan
18th July is the date of birth of Nelson Mandela, an African leader who spent lot of time in prison during his political struggle. Named after him, the United Nations Standard Minimum Rules for the Treatment of Prisoners have been styled, internationally, as the Nelson Mandela Rules.
Policing Organized Crime in Pakistan
The article discusses the prevalence of gender-based violence with specific focus on its scope, types, and the legal protection afforded against it by international and constitutional standards.
Mainstreaming Anti Money Laundering Law in Pakistan
This article explores the concept of establishing predicate offences in money laundering cases in light of the seminal Muhammad Rafique case
Criminal Justice Response To Extremism: Priyantha Case
This article examines the jirga system in Pakistan and uses recent judgements to argue how they can be viewed as a transgression of human rights
Jirga System in Pakistan: A transgression of human rights
This article examines the jirga system in Pakistan and uses recent judgements to argue how they can be viewed as a transgression of human rights
Policing and Safia Bano Case
This article examines the potential impacts of the recent Safia Bano case on policing in Pakistan
International Law Shaping Policing of Gender Based Violence in Pakistan
This article examines how international law is shaping the policing of gender based violence in Pakistan.
The case for effective, gender-responsive policing in Pakistan
This article aims to delve into the factors which prevent women from seeking help from the police and discusses the steps necessary to address the institutional and cultural impediments to women’s access to justice.