SC stresses need for gender-sensitive investigations, court proceedings in domestic violence cases
- Posted on September 14, 2026
- By Dawn
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Pakistan's Supreme Court reinforces commitment to victim protection by upholding a life sentence in a high-profile domestic violence murder case from Karachi. The judicial decision emphasizes the critical importance of implementing gender-sensitive investigative protocols and courtroom procedures when handling intimate partner violence cases. Recognizing such crimes as inherently challenging to prosecute, the court highlights systemic reforms needed to strengthen evidence gathering and ensure justice for vulnerable populations affected by domestic abuse.
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