Analysis of Criminal Justice System of Pakistan and Presumption of Innocence

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2026
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Abstract
This study examines the whole criminal justice system of Pakistan with more focus to determine the implementation of the principle of innocence. This research article is an attempt to provide comprehensive understanding of the fair trial standards, presumption of innocence in the criminal justice system of Pakistan. National and international laws declare that those who face criminal charges should be presumed as innocent until proven guilty, and the importance and central role of this presumption has been recognized in the legal system of Pakistan and other countries of the world. There is no other opinion that prosecution is required to prove its case beyond reasonable doubt. This relationship reflects the relationship which must exist between citizen and the State in the situation when a citizen is suspected of breaching the criminal law. There is need to promote this principle with practical attitude in the criminal justice system of Pakistan. Research methodology applied for this research paper was qualitative. Through applying this research methodology it has been explored that how this principle is understood and implemented. Result covers strengths and limitations in safeguarding rights of the accused. Weakness and discrepancies in the criminal justice system has also been made part of this paper. Theoretical and practical application of this principle in all the pillars of the criminal justice system has also been discussed. Recommendations include overhauling of the criminal justice system of Pakistan and take measure to effectively uphold the presumption of innocence.
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Authors Muhammad Nouman Jatoi
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Journal Pakistan Languages and Humanities Review
Year 2026
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10.47205/plhr.2026(10-I)30
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https://ojs.plhr.org.pk/journal/article/view/1384
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