The proliferation of false or fake information in the digital age has emerged as a significant challenge for legal systems worldwide. In Pakistan, the amended legal framework, particularly the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA), 2016, imposes stringent penalties for…
The Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA) 2016 represents a pivotal legislative framework in Pakistan, designed to address the burgeoning challenges posed by cybercrime. As digital technologies evolve, so too do the complexities of cyber threats, necessitating periodic updates to…
The Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA) 2016 is a cornerstone of Pakistan’s legislative framework designed to address the escalating challenges of cybercrime in the digital era. Enacted to regulate electronic communication and combat cyber threats, PECA 2016 outlines several…
Punjab, as the most populous and industrialized province of Pakistan, has instituted a comprehensive statutory and regulatory framework aimed at environmental conservation, sustainability, and governance. The principal legislation governing environmental matters is the Punjab Environmental Protection Act, 1997 (as amended…
Introduction The Punjab Vagrancy Ordinance, 1958 (hereinafter referred to as “the Ordinance”) constitutes a statutory framework designed to regulate and penalize vagrancy within the territorial jurisdiction of Punjab, Pakistan. Enacted as a legislative response to the socio-economic ramifications of mendicancy…
The Punjab Vagrancy Ordinance 1958 (PVO) is a colonial-era legislative instrument that empowers authorities to detain individuals classified as “vagrants.” While ostensibly aimed at maintaining public order, the Ordinance has been subject to significant criticism for its potential misuse and…