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An Examining the Legal Framework for Criminal Investigations in Pakistan: Gaps and Reform Needs

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: The criminal investigation system in Pakistan faces numerous challenges due to gaps in its legal framework, inefficiencies in law enforcement, and limited accountability measures. This paper examines the existing legal structure that governs criminal investigations in Pakistan, identifying key issues such as outdated procedural laws, lack of sufficient training for investigators, and the inadequacies of forensic capabilities. The study highlights the impact of these gaps on the effectiveness of criminal investigations and public trust in the justice system. Additionally, it proposes a comprehensive framework for reform, focusing on modernizing investigative procedures, enhancing law enforcement training, and implementing technological advancements. By addressing these gaps, the legal and institutional framework for criminal investigations can be strengthened, ensuring a fairer and more efficient criminal justice process in Pakistan.

Source: The critical review of social sciences studies

DOI: 10.59075/zhsfjv96

Authors: Shahzad Manzoor Khan, Adeena Yaqoob, Jamil Ahmad Khokhar, Fariha Malik

Institutions: University of Management and Technology, Lahore Leads University, Bahauddin Zakariya University

Language: English

Topic: Criminal Law and Evidence

Subfield: Law

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Peace, justice, and strong institutions

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W4407565403

FWCI: 13.4

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Cited by: 2

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