Judicial System: Trial Level and Court Jurisdiction in Islamic Republic of Pakistan

Authors

  • Yasir Munir PhD. Law (Scholar), ASEAN Legal Research Center, Southwest University of Political Science and Law, Chongqing, China.

Keywords:

Judicial System, Trial, Jurisdiction, Pakistan, Supreme Court of Pakistan, High Court, Shariah Court

Abstract

In any nation, the judicial system is essential to maintaining the rule of law and administering justice. The trial levels and jurisdiction of Pakistan's legal system are examined in this abstract. Pakistan's judicial system is hierarchical, with multiple tiers to handle various case kinds and conflicts. District and session courts handle both criminal and civil cases at the lowest tier. Ascending the judicial hierarchy, every province comprises high courts that have the authority to hear appeals from subordinate courts and have original jurisdiction over certain cases. As the highest court in Pakistan, the Supreme Court is tasked with interpreting the constitution, assessing rulings from subordinate courts, and acting as the last court of appeals. Specialized tribunals are also in place to handle particular legal matters. Gaining an understanding of the Trial levels and jurisdiction in the Pakistani legal system is crucial to understanding the composition and operation of the legal system in that nation. This research illuminates the essential elements of Pakistan's legal system by offering a succinct synopsis of the trial levels and jurisdiction.

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Published

31-07-2024

How to Cite

Munir, Y. (2024). Judicial System: Trial Level and Court Jurisdiction in Islamic Republic of Pakistan. Al-Āfāq Islamic Research Journal, 4(1), 116–137. Retrieved from http://alaafaqjournal.com/index.php/alaafaq/article/view/166