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[TO BE INTRODUCED IN THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY] A BILL to make provisions to specifically criminalize acid and burn related violence by providing fair and speedy trial and speedy trial of such heinous offences and for matters connected therewith and incidental thereto that to further prevent the misuse of corrosive substan... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
It is hereby enacted as follow: Chapter!
Short title, extent and commencement.- (1) This Act may be called.
the Acid and Burn Crime 1, Bill, 2014.
(2) (3) ttshall be applicable in ICT (Islamabad Capital Territory).
Itshall come into force at once. | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
z Definitions.- (1) In this Act, unless the subject or context otherwise, requir () (ii) (ili) (iv) (v) “Crime” means any act of omission punishable by this Act; “Corrosive substance” means a substance tending to destroy, causing hurt, deface, acid, poison, dismember any person and includes every kind of acid corrosion... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
“Code” means Code of Criminal Procedure (Act V of 1898); “PPC” means Pakistan Penal Code (Act XLV of 1860); “Acid attack” means any act or omission, caused by corrosive substance/acid to be thrown or administered in any form on the victim with the intention that such person is likely to cause to the other person perman... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
“Rehabilitation” shall mean bringing or restoring a victim to a normal or optimal state of health,, constructive activity, etc. | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
by medical treatment and physical or psychological therapy, and also to prepare such victim for useful employment or successful integration into society by counseling, training, etc; include surgeries or associated procedures, nursing care, “Medical treatment” shall physiotherapy, psychological support, psychotherapy e... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
Provided that if it appears that the offender has committed a different offence under any other law he/she may if the court is competent to try that offence, award such punishment.
(2) The Provisions of this Act shall have an overriding effect and shall be in addition to and not in derogation to any other law for the ... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
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Application of certain Acts.- Victims of acid attack or burn attack shall be deemed to be person with disability and are entitled to benefits and all measures prescribed under The Disabled Person (Employment and Rehabilitation) Ordinance, 1981.
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Criminal liabilities.- (1) Compoundable and Non-Bailable; All offences committed, under this Act shall be cognizable, Non- Chapter It Investigation, Trial and Appeal Offence of Acid attack or Burn attack.- (1) Whoever commits or attempts to commit an offence 6. of acid or burn attack shall : (i) (ii) if such act has re... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
Interim Relief.
(1) The court may, at any’stage of the trial, on’an application by the victim, direct the government to pay interim monetary relief to the victim to meet the expenses incurred and losses suffered by him/her. | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
Such relief may include, but is not limited to :~ (a) (b) (c)__ loss of earning; medical expenses; damages on account of disfigurement and/or disability The Government shall pay monetary relief to the victim within the period specified in the order (2) made in terms of sub-section (1) of section 8 and in accordance wit... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
Such amount which has been paid by the government or the employer or debtor as the case shall be adjusted towards monetary relief payable by the convict as ordered in the final (3) may be, judgment or shall be recovered as arrears of land revenue.
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Realization of Fines ete.
- The amount of fine imposed by court wi... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
Whoever attempts to commit an offence of acid attack or burn attack shall be punished with imprisonment of either description which may extend to 7 years but shall not be less than 3 years and also with fine not exceeding one hundred thousand rupees.’ 10. | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
Aiding, Abetting, Collusion... Whoever aids abets or colludes in the commission of acid or burn attack either singally or jointly which may include preparation of act or of execution shall be guilty of committing the said offence and shall be liable to same punishment as provided under section 10 above; Medical personn... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
Save as otherwise provided in section 174A of CrPC if an acid/burn victim is brought to a medical officer, BHU, Hospital, Private, Government or Semi-government controlled health medical services are provided shall immediately provide initial treatment to centre, where victim and shall be under legal duty to inform con... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
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Photographic evidence.- (1) Concerned medical personnel shall be under legal duty to take “photographs” of injuries of victim which shall become part of evidence. | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
In case of failure of which, the court may, if satisfied that reasonable grounds exist, refer the matter to the competent authority for disciplinary proceedings against such medical personnel; (2) Where victim is female, photographs shall be taken by female medical personnel and in case a female medical personnel and i... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
Such evidence shall become part of medico-legal file and all data contained therein shall be classified; Medical personnel of Government run facllities to provide free examination, medical 13.
(1) Every medical personnel of every Government run medical treatment and rehabilitation. | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
facility shall be under legal obligation to examine the victim and/or ensure medical examination by competent person and/or provide him/her with medical treatment and rehabilitation to treat the acid or burn victims free of cost.
The court shall on contravention of the above provision order to take appropriate action ... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
14... Investigation.- (1) Investigation under this Act must be completed by a Police Officer in charge of investigation not below the rank of Inspector/SHO within 14 (fourteen) days of being informed or registration of FIR.
(2) Where investigation cannot be completed within the time frame mentioned in sub- section (1)... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
(3).
Total time for investigation of acid or burn attacks shall not exceed 60 days; where it does, such failure may be used in performance assessment of the presiding judge or the officer in charge of investigation as the case may be; 15. | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
Negligence of Investigating Officer.- If during trial, evidence is placed before the court of deliberate malfeasance of the investigating officer in charge of investigation, the court may pass appropriate orders for initiation of legal action against such officer(s) after recording reasons for doing so.
Punishment for... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
Punishment for defective investigation.-.
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(1) If the court finds during the course of investigation or at the conclusion of the trial that the investigating officer, or other concerned officers have failed to carry out the investigation with due diligence or have failed to pursue the case properly and are in brea... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
Trial Time Frame.- (1) Notwithstanding anything contained in any other law for the time bei9ng in force, the accused shall be prosecuted and the trial shall be conducted on day to day basis and shall be concluded within seven days.
Witnesses Protection of witnesses.- 18. | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
Witnesses Protection of witnesses.- 18.
The court, trying an offence under this Act may, on application by a witness in any proceedings before it or by the public prosecutor in relation to such witness or on its own motion, give such directions as it may deem fit, for the protection of witness or witnesses, as the cas... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
such witness shall be guilty of an offence punishable- by way of summary procedure with imprisonment which may extend to two years, or with fine or with both; 19.
Cognizance of the Crime.- (1) The court may on the complaint or written report filed by a police officer not below the rank of an inspector/SHO or concerned... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
(2) On failure of lodging of a report by the notifies officer the complainant/aggrieved party shall have the right to lodge complaint directly to the concerned court and the court shall take cognizance upon such complaint. | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
Ifthe court comes to the conclusion that a person has complained or requested a police (3) officer to register a case of acid attack or burn attack, but such efforts have failed, the court can accept complaint directly from the person for trial without the report described in subsection (1) above and issue directions/o... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
Appeal.- (1) Any person, aggrieved by the order or judgment of conviction or acquittal passed by Session judge or Additional Session judge held on a trial, may appeal to High Court within a period of 30 days. | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
: Chapter it Establishment of Acid and Burn Crime Monitoring Board 21, — Establishment of Acid and Burn Crime Monitoring Board “- (1) To implement the objectives of this Act, there shall be established an “Acid and Burn Crime Monitoring Board”, hereinafter referred to as “The Board”; The Federal Government as the case ... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
To ensure and monitor effective implementation of this Act; To formulate policies of treatment, rehabilitation and to provide legal aid to the acid and burn victims and take necessary steps to implement and monitor these policies; To organize necessary educational programs and campaign activities for the purpose of cre... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
above mentioned responsibilities and duties; 23.
— Meeting of the Board.- (1) The Board can decide the procedure of its meetings in accordance with the objectives of this Act; Allmeetings of the Board will be held at a place and time determined by its Chairperson.
(2) Notwithstanding any other consideration, there sh... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
in his/her absence, any (3) other person so delegated will preside; (4) Attendance of one-third members of the Board will from quorum for the meeting; Chapter IV Federal Acid and Burn Crime Monitoring Boards’ Fund, Rehabilitation of Acid and Burn Victims, Free medical treatment and rehabilitation, free legal aid, and r... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
(2) The funds will be collected from the following sources : (i) (i) (il) (iv) (v).. | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
Annual grant from the Government Bait-u-maat; Grants provided by provincial and local authorities; Funds collected from other sources; Grants and aid given by international donors; and Funds provided by any non-governmental organization, private donors or individual philanthropist; (3) All funds as mentioned under sub-... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
It shall be the responsibility of All basic health units and Governmental hospitals in ICT (Islamabad Capital Territory) shall be under a duty to provide free medical treatment to acid and burn victims; Rehabilitation Centre for acid and burn victim.- (1) Government shall establish one or 27. more than one rehabilitati... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
‘Legal aid for the acid and burn victim.- (1) Any victim or someone on his/her behalf can 28. apply to the Board for legal ai After considering application submitted under sub-section (i), or perusing some other (2) information or considering its own assessment, the Board can decide to provide legal aid to any acid and... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
Chapter V Provisions related to women, children and dependants of victim etc Where acid and burn victim is a child. | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
If acid and burn victim is a child, Federal 29, Government or the Board would provide free accommodation, for two years where required, at a suitable place and ensure long term sustenance of such victim; or burn victims.- The Federal Government or the Board would 30. undertake responsibility for providing free shelter,... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
Support for acid Dependant of victims.- Where acid and burn victim has dependants, the Board shall 31, undertake the responsibility of providing sustenance or basic needs for such dependents till such time any dependants becomes financially independent.
and able to support the family.
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Duty Review and Assess case... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
duty of Federal 33, Government or the Board to ensure that acid and burn victim is protected from intimidation and/or harassment during course of his/her legal action.
assist victim during legal proceedings.
Duty to shall the be It Chapter VI Miscellaneous Power to make rules and regulations.- (1) 34. | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
In furtherance of the objectives of this Act, the Government/the Board may make Rules and Regulations to be notified through gazettee; STATEMENT OF OBJECTS AND REASONS Acid throwing & burn crimes are increasing year by year.
Hundreds of women and children fall victim to this horrendous crime, with no possil ry to seek... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
This will result in perpetrators facing effective deterrent, victims accessing and obtaining justice, availing free relevant medical and psycho-social rehabilitation services.
highly complex nature of injuries, specific burn acid & rs a It is imperative to redress a crime, which constitutes one of the most heinous vio... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
We need to ensure the protection and dignified life of Pakistani citizens within the spirit of the international Conventions signed and ratified by the Pakistani state.
These include UDHR, CEDAW, CRG, ICCPR.
These efforts to address this crime in principles of the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan 1973... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
(Retd) Muhammad Safdar Makhdum Khusro Bakhtyar Ms. Parveen Masood Bhatti Ms. Iffat Liaqat Mr. Isphanyar M. Bhandara Ms. Seema Mohiuddin Jameeli_ Members, National Assembly Mr. Qaiser Ahmad Sheikh Mr. Shahab-ud-Din Khan Begum Tahira Bukhari Ms. Farhana Qamar Ms. Leila Khan Ms. Kiran Haider Mr. Salman Hanif, 10 | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596965884.pdf | https://na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1396955238_474.pdf | Pakistan |
[AS PASSED BY THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY] A Bill to make provisions to specifically criminalize acid and burn related violence by providing fair and speedy trial of such heinous offences and for matters connected therewith and incidental thereto WHEREAS further to prevent the misuse of corrosive substance and provide treatm... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596971116.pdf | https://www.senate.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1527223731_946.pdf | Pakistan |
It is hereby enacted as follow:- Chapter | INTRODUCTION i.
Short title, extent and commencement.-(1) This Act may be called the Acid and Burn Crime Act, 2018.
(2) (3) It shall apply to the Islamabad Capital Territory.
It shall come into force at once.
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Definitions.-(1) In this Act, unless the subject or context otherwise requires,- (i) (ii) (iii) “acid attack” means any act, caused by corrosive substance or throwing of acid or administered in any form on the victim with the intention that such person is likely to cause to the other person permanent or partial damage ... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596971116.pdf | https://www.senate.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1527223731_946.pdf | Pakistan |
“Code” means the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1898 (Act V of 1898); “Fund” means the Fund created under section 22. | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596971116.pdf | https://www.senate.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1527223731_946.pdf | Pakistan |
“Government” means the Federal Government; (ix) (x) (xi) (xii) “medical treatment” shall include surgeries or associated procedures, nursing care, physiotherapy, psychological support, psychotherapy etc; (xiii) “medical facility’ means any premises either Government or privately operated which dispenses medical treatme... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596971116.pdf | https://www.senate.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1527223731_946.pdf | Pakistan |
by medical treatment and physical or psychological therapy and also to prepare such victim for useful employment or successful integration into society by counseling, training, etc; (2) Words ee ee i eee cc aR tage and phrases used but not defined in this Act shall have the 3. | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596971116.pdf | https://www.senate.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1527223731_946.pdf | Pakistan |
Overriding effect.-(1) Without prejudice to the provisions of this Act, the provisions of the Code shall apply mutatis mutandis in respect of cases under this Act: Provided that if it appears that the accused has committed a different offence under any other law he may, if the court is competent to try that offence, be... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596971116.pdf | https://www.senate.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1527223731_946.pdf | Pakistan |
(2) The Provisions of this Act shall have an overriding effect and shall be in addition to and not in derogation to any other law for the time being in force.
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Application of certain laws.- Victims of acid attack or burn attack shall be deemed to be person with disability and entitled to benefits and all measures p... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596971116.pdf | https://www.senate.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1527223731_946.pdf | Pakistan |
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Criminal liabilities.- All offences committed under this Act shall be cognizable, non-compoundable and non-bailable.
Chapter Il Investigation, Trial and Appeal 6.
Offence of acid attack or burn attack.- Whoever commits or attempts to commit an offence of acid or burn attack shall- (i) if such act has resulted in ... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596971116.pdf | https://www.senate.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1527223731_946.pdf | Pakistan |
causes hurt by acid and burn attack shall be punished 7.
Interim relief.-(1) | The court may, at any stage of the trial and on an application by the victim, direct the Government to give interim monetary relief to the victim to meet the expenses incurred and losses suffered by him.
Such relief may include, but is not... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596971116.pdf | https://www.senate.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1527223731_946.pdf | Pakistan |
The Government shall give monetary relief to the victim within the period specified in the order made in terms of sub-section (1) and in accordance with the terms thereof.
(3) Such amount which has been paid by the Government or the employer, as the case may be, shall be adjusted towards monetary relief payable by the... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596971116.pdf | https://www.senate.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1527223731_946.pdf | Pakistan |
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Realization of fines etc.- The amount of fine imposed by court will be realized according to normal procedure provided under the Code and part of such recovered funds will be paid to the victim as compensation.
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Attempt to commit.- Whoever attempts to commit an offence of acid attack or burn attack shall be pun... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596971116.pdf | https://www.senate.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1527223731_946.pdf | Pakistan |
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Aiding, abetting, collusion.- Whoever aids, abets or colludes in the commission of acid or burn attack either singally or jointly which may include preparation of act or of execution shall be guilty of committing the said offence and shall be liable to rigorous imprisonment up to seven years.
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Medical personnel-reporting, examination and other duties.- Save as otherwise provided in section 174A of the Code if an acid or burn victim is brought to a medical officer, basic health unit, hospital, private, Government or semi-government controlled health centre, where medical services are provided shall immediatel... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596971116.pdf | https://www.senate.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1527223731_946.pdf | Pakistan |
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Government-run facilities to provide medical treatment and rehabilitation.- (1) Government-run medical facility shall be under legal obligation to examine the victim or ensure medical examination by competent person or provide him with medical treatment and rehabilitation to treat the acid or burn victims free of ... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596971116.pdf | https://www.senate.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1527223731_946.pdf | Pakistan |
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Investigation.- Investigation under this Act must be completed by a police officer-in-charge of investigation not below the rank of inspector or SHO within thirty days of the registration of the FIR.
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Punishment for defective investigation.- If the court finds during the course of investigation or at the conclusion of the trial that the investigation officer or other concerned officers have failed to carry out the investigation with due diligence or have failed to pursue the case properly and are in breach of t... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596971116.pdf | https://www.senate.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1527223731_946.pdf | Pakistan |
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Trial time frame.- Notwithstanding anything contained in any other law for the time being in force, the accused shall be prosecuted and the trial shall be conducted on day to day basis and shall be concluded within sixty days.
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Protection of witnesses.-(1)The court, trying an offence under this Act, may, on S... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596971116.pdf | https://www.senate.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1527223731_946.pdf | Pakistan |
(2) Any person who fails to comply with any direction issued under sub-section (1), or any person who threatens or otherwise causes harassment to any such witness shall be guilty of an offence punishable with imprisonment which may extend to two years, or with fine of not more than one hundred thousand rupees or with b... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596971116.pdf | https://www.senate.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1527223731_946.pdf | Pakistan |
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Cognizance of the crime.- On failure of lodging of a report by the notified officer the complainant or aggrieved party shall have the right to lodge complaint directly to the concerned court and the court shall take cognizance upon such complaint.
18.
Appeal.- Any person, aggrieved by the order or judgment of co... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596971116.pdf | https://www.senate.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1527223731_946.pdf | Pakistan |
Chapter Ill Establishment of Acid and Burn Crime Monitoring Board 19.
Constitution of Board.- (1) To implement the objectives of this Act, an Acid and Burn Crime Monitoring Board shall be constituted for a period of five years within thirty days of the commencement of this Act. | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596971116.pdf | https://www.senate.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1527223731_946.pdf | Pakistan |
(2) The Board shall consist of following members keeping in view that there is at least thirty three percent women representation, namely: - (i) Secretary Ministry of Interior (GoP); (ii) representative of Bait-ul-Maal; (iii) two parliamentarians, at least one should be a woman; (iv) one medical doctor in burn field; (... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596971116.pdf | https://www.senate.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1527223731_946.pdf | Pakistan |
society organizations working in the 6 (3) The Government shall nominate any of the members as chairperson of the Board.
20.
Role and responsibilities of the Board.- (1) The Board will have the following role and responsibilities, namely: - (i) to ensure and monitor effective implementation of this Act; (ii) to formu... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596971116.pdf | https://www.senate.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1527223731_946.pdf | Pakistan |
(iii) to organize necessary educational programs, campaigns and activities for the purpose of creating public awareness about adverse effects of the misuse of acid and its dangerous impact; (iv) to undertake research and propose mechanisms to curb crimes related to acid and burn attacks; (v) to formulate regulations wi... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596971116.pdf | https://www.senate.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1527223731_946.pdf | Pakistan |
21.
Meeting of the Board.-(1)The Board may decide the procedure of its meetings in accordance with the objectives of this Act as may be prescribed by regulations.
(2) All meetings of the Board shall be held at a place and time determined by its Chairperson.
Notwithstanding any other consideration, there shall be at ... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596971116.pdf | https://www.senate.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1527223731_946.pdf | Pakistan |
Federal Acid and Burn Crime Monitoring Boards’ Fund, Rehabilitation of Acid and Burn Victims, Free medical treatment and rehabilitation, free legal aid, and related provisions Chapter IV 22: Acid and Burn Crime Monitoring Fund.- (1) The Government shall allocate a grant to the Board.
(i) (ii) annual grant from the Gov... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596971116.pdf | https://www.senate.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1527223731_946.pdf | Pakistan |
(3) Funds may be maintained and utilized according to the procedure and in the form determined by the rules made under this Act.
(4) (5) Chairperson of the Board shall be the principal accounting officer.
Detailed procedure with respect to maintenance of fund account, process of procuring funds as stated in sub-secti... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596971116.pdf | https://www.senate.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1527223731_946.pdf | Pakistan |
23.
Accounting and auditing.- (1) The Board shall maintain accounts properly in line with guidelines and polices contained in Government rules provided for such activities and prepare an annual report.
(2) Auditor General of Pakistan shall audit the accounts of the Board yearly and shall submit a copy of this audit r... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596971116.pdf | https://www.senate.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1527223731_946.pdf | Pakistan |
24.
Free medical treatment for acid and burn victims.- It shall be the responsibility of the Government to provide free medical treatment and rehabilitation to acid and burn victims.
All basic health units and Governmental hospitals in Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) shall be under duty to provide free medical trea... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596971116.pdf | https://www.senate.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1527223731_946.pdf | Pakistan |
(2) Governmental may declare any Government establishment as rehabilitation centre of acid and burn victims through gazette notification.
26.
Legal aid for the acid and burn victim.- (1) Any victim or someone on his behalf may apply to the Board for legal aid. | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596971116.pdf | https://www.senate.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1527223731_946.pdf | Pakistan |
(2) After considering application submitted under sub-section (1), or perusing some other information or considering its own assessment, the Board may decide to provide legal aid to any acid and burn victim, either by appointing a lawyer, or by engaging a lawyer of the victim’s choice on reasonable legal fee.
Chapter ... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596971116.pdf | https://www.senate.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1527223731_946.pdf | Pakistan |
Where acid and burn victim is a child.-If acid and burn victim is a child, the Board shall provide free accommodation, for two years where required, at a suitable place and ensure long term sustenance of such victim.
28.
Support for acid or burn victim.- The Board shall undertake responsibility for providing free she... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596971116.pdf | https://www.senate.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1527223731_946.pdf | Pakistan |
29; Dependents of victims.- Where acid and burn victims has dependants, the Board shall take the responsibility of providing sustenance or basic needs for such dependents till such time any dependants become financially independent and able to support the family.
30.
Duty review and assess cases.- All cases mentioned... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596971116.pdf | https://www.senate.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1527223731_946.pdf | Pakistan |
31.
Duty to assist victim during legal proceedings.- It shall be the duty of the Board to ensure that acid and burn victim is protected from intimidation and harassment during course of his legal action.
Chapter VI Miscellaneous 32.
Power to make rules.- In furtherance of the objectives of this Act, the Government m... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596971116.pdf | https://www.senate.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1527223731_946.pdf | Pakistan |
33.
Power to make regulation.- The Board may, by notification in the official Gazette, make regulations not inconsistent with the provisions of this Act and the rules made thereunder.
STATEMENT OF OBJECTS AND REASONS Acid throwing & burn crimes are increasing year by year.
Hundreds of wamen and children fall victim ... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596971116.pdf | https://www.senate.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1527223731_946.pdf | Pakistan |
Due to the socioeconomic circumstances pertaining to victim, the fear and stigma they are facing as well as the highly complex nature of acid & burn injuries, a specific and comprehensive legislation is needed.
This will result in perpetrators facing effective deterrent, victims accessing and obtaining justice, rehabi... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596971116.pdf | https://www.senate.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1527223731_946.pdf | Pakistan |
We need to ensure the protection and dignified life of Pakistani citizens within the spirit of the international Conventions signed and ratified by the Pakistani state.
These include UDHR, CEDAW, CRC, ICCPR.
These efforts to address this crime in an effective manner is fully in accordance with the principles of the C... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715596971116.pdf | https://www.senate.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1527223731_946.pdf | Pakistan |
AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL PRESS RELEASE AI Index: PRE 01/620/2011 13 December 2011 Pakistan crime bills must be springboard for better women's rights Pakistan authorities must take concrete steps to end violence against women, Amnesty International said today after the country's Senate unanimously passed two landmark women... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715597567596.pdf | https://www.amnesty.org/fr/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/pre016202011en.pdf | Pakistan |
The Acid Control and Acid Crime Prevention Bill 2010 and The Prevention of Anti-Women Practices (Criminal Law Amendment) Bill 2008 aim to empower and protect women and increase penalties for perpetrators of gender-based violence.
Dozens of Pakistani women every year suffer serious injury and physical deformity as a re... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715597567596.pdf | https://www.amnesty.org/fr/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/pre016202011en.pdf | Pakistan |
“It is encouraging that Pakistan’s parliament has passed more bills seeking to protect women and bring perpetrators to justice, but it is not clear that the situation for women has improved in Pakistan,” said Sam Zarifi, Amnesty International’s Asia-Pacific director.
"Pakistani authorities must establish immediate ben... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715597567596.pdf | https://www.amnesty.org/fr/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/pre016202011en.pdf | Pakistan |
“These reforms will be of little practical benefit until federal and provincial authorities create mechanisms for compensating and rehabilitating victims of gender-based violence, addressing the low conviction rate of perpetrators and regulating the sale of acid.” Amnesty International’s research in Pakistan suggests t... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715597567596.pdf | https://www.amnesty.org/fr/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/pre016202011en.pdf | Pakistan |
Police investigations are often compromised by political or family influence, corruption and a lack of basic training for dealing with gender-based violence.
“The need for protecting victims of gender crimes is urgent.
Acid attacks leave their victims hideously scarred and severely traumatised.
Many lose their lives... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715597567596.pdf | https://www.amnesty.org/fr/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/pre016202011en.pdf | Pakistan |
"The bills passed yesterday do not address these systemic failings of Pakistan’s criminal justice system.
Authorities have failed to provide any clear strategy for addressing these problems or implementing the new laws."
Activists from across Pakistan's political spectrum campaigned to secure support from lawmakers f... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715597567596.pdf | https://www.amnesty.org/fr/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/pre016202011en.pdf | Pakistan |
Without clear steps for implementing these laws, violence against women will remain a chronic problem in Pakistan.” | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715597567596.pdf | https://www.amnesty.org/fr/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/pre016202011en.pdf | Pakistan |
Dignity: A Journal of Analysis of Dignity: A Journal of Analysis of Exploitation and Violence Exploitation and Violence Article 3 Volume 7 Issue 4 12-2022 Acid Attacks: An Overview of Legal Measures and Motivation Acid Attacks: An Overview of Legal Measures and Motivation Trends in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Colombia... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715599531760.pdf | https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1296&context=dignity | Pakistan |
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4, Article 3. https://doi.org/10.23860/dignity.2022.07.04.03 This Research and Scholarly Article is brought to you for free and open access by DigitalCommons@URI.
It has been accepted for inclusion in Dignity: A Journal of Analysis of Exploitation and Violence by an authorized editor of DigitalCommons@URI.
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Acid Attacks: An Overview of Legal Measures and Motivation Trends in India, Acid Attacks: An Overview of Legal Measures and Motivation Trends in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Colombia, and Cambodia Pakistan, Bangladesh, Colombia, and Cambodia Abstract Abstract Vitriolage is a form of widespread violence around the world... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715599531760.pdf | https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1296&context=dignity | Pakistan |
The strengths and weaknesses of the different legal systems were examined.
Motivational trends on why the violence was committed were reviewed in the literature in these countries.
It was found that acid attacks are a form of gender-based violence.
Countries where the measures were adopted to prevent attacks but fai... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715599531760.pdf | https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1296&context=dignity | Pakistan |
The only country that seems to have achieved the goal of reducing acid attacks is Bangladesh, where the law aggravated the penalties and implemented awareness raising about vitriolage.
Bangladesh also promoted research and studies on the subject.
The findings of the article could be helpful for governments in countri... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715599531760.pdf | https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1296&context=dignity | Pakistan |
Keywords Keywords Vitriolage, acid attacks, motivation, victims, law, legal system, India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Colombia Creative Commons License Creative Commons License This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 4.0 License. | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715599531760.pdf | https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1296&context=dignity | Pakistan |
Acknowledgements Acknowledgements The author thanks Professor Donna Hughes, editors, and reviewers of the Dignity Journal, for their relentless support and guidance to improve this article and Professor Adolfo Ceretti (Università degli Studi di Milano-Bicocca, Italy) for his helpful suggestions.
I thank them for their... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715599531760.pdf | https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1296&context=dignity | Pakistan |
This research and scholarly article is available in Dignity: A Journal of Analysis of Exploitation and Violence: https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/dignity/vol7/iss4/3 Calcini: Acid Attacks: An Overview of Legal Measures and Motivation Trends Volume 7, Issue 4, Article 3, 2022 https://doi.org/10.23860/dignity.2022.07.04.03... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715599531760.pdf | https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1296&context=dignity | Pakistan |
Cases of acid attacks are no longer peculiar to developing countries; they also occur in western counties.
This article analyses the legislative measures adopted by India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Colombia, and Cambodia to combat acid attacks.
It highlights the comparative strengths and weaknesses of these measures.
It... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715599531760.pdf | https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1296&context=dignity | Pakistan |
KEYWORDS India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Colombia, Cambodia, acid attacks, vitriolage, legislation, motivation, law, legal system T HE UNITED NATIONS REPORT “Good Practices in Legislation on Harmful Practices Against Women” (Women, U.N., 2009) defines acid attacks as any act of violence perpetrated by attacking the victim... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715599531760.pdf | https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1296&context=dignity | Pakistan |
The report recommends using a broad legislative definition, considering the dynamics of the crime rather than the motivations for the crime, which are highly variable.
Acid on the human skin causes its dissolution and a wide range of physical reac- tions, from deep lesions and abrasions to the corrosion of bones and p... | https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/thematic2a/pw_1/1715599531760.pdf | https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1296&context=dignity | Pakistan |
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