When a government department, authority or official acts unlawfully, the Sindh High Court's constitutional jurisdiction offers fast and effective relief.
Article 199 of the Constitution allows the High Court to correct unlawful action by public bodies — from arbitrary orders and inaction to illegal detention. Used correctly, it is one of the quickest routes to relief.
We draft and argue constitutional petitions before the Sindh High Court at Karachi, including urgent applications for interim stay orders.
Constitution of Pakistan, 1973 — Article 199; Articles 4, 9, 10-A and 25 (due process, liberty, fair trial, equality)
Generally when you are aggrieved by the action or inaction of a person performing functions for the Federation, a Province or a local authority, and there is no other adequate remedy provided by law.
In urgent matters, the High Court can issue notice and grant interim relief, such as a stay of the impugned action, at the first hearing.
Yes, against unlawful acts such as illegal detention or harassment. For refusal to register an FIR, an application to the Justice of Peace under Section 22-A Cr.P.C. is usually the first remedy.
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