How to file a Private Complaint(استغاثہ ) in Pakistan: A step-by-step legal guide
How to File a Private Complaint in Pakistan: A Step-by-Step Legal Guide When a crime is committed in Pakistan, the standard procedure is to report it to the local police station to register a First Information Report (FIR ) under Section 154 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CRPC). However, what happens if the police refuse to register your FIR, or if they side with an influential accused party? پاکستان میں جب پولیس کارروائی کرنے سے انکار کر دے، تو قانون آپ کو استغاثہ (Private Complaint) دائر کرنے کا حق دیتا ہے ۔ Fortunately, the Pakistani legal system provides a powerful alternative route: The Private Complaint (commonly known as استغاثہ). This article provides a complete, step-by-step guide on how to file a private complaint in Pakistan , its legal basis, and why it might be your best option for seeking justice. 1 What is a Private Complaint (استغاثہ )? A private complaint is a direct appeal made by an aggrieved person (the complainant ) مستغیث to a Judicial Magis...