4 Important Case Laws on Private Complaint

1. Sultano v. Aliman (1970 PLD 1043)

This case involved the question of whether a magistrate can dismiss a private complaint based on the report of a police investigation. The court held that a magistrate cannot dismiss a private complaint solely on the basis of a police report. The magistrate must conduct his or her own inquiry into the matter and make an independent decision as to whether or not to proceed with the case.

2. Madho v. Rashid (18 Cr. LJ 765)

This case involved the question of whether a magistrate can order an investigation into a private complaint under Section 156(3) of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC). The court held that a magistrate can only order an investigation under Section 156(3) of the CrPC if the magistrate is satisfied that there is sufficient evidence to believe that an offense has been committed.

3. Muhammad Ramzan (PLD 1978 SC 8)

This case involved the question of whether a magistrate can order the police to register a case on the basis of a private complaint. The court held that a magistrate can order the police to register a case on the basis of a private complaint, but the magistrate must be satisfied that the complaint discloses an offense and that the complaint is not frivolous or vexatious.

4. Raja Munawar Khan v. Muhammad Ishaq (PLD 1975 Lah 577)

This case involved the question of whether a magistrate can direct the police to investigate a private complaint under Section 156(3) of the CrPC after the magistrate has already conducted an inquiry into the matter under Section 202 of the CrPC. The court held that a magistrate cannot direct the police to investigate a private complaint under Section 156(3) of the CrPC after the magistrate has already conducted an inquiry into the matter under Section 202 of the CrPC.

These are just a few of the many important case laws on private complaints. It is important to note that the law on private complaints is constantly evolving, so it is always advisable to consult with an attorney to get the latest information.