Criminal Justice System in Pakistan: A Critical Analysis of Cross-Examination in Courts

Abstract

The use of the Art of Cross-Examination in criminal trials in Pakistani courts is negatively affecting the outcomes of cases because of prejudice and hostility on the side of cross-examining lawyers and hostile witnesses.The finest person to hone the art of cross-examination is a dedicated legal expert skilled in witness examination methods. The criminal justice system in Pakistan is generally in disrepair. The three components of the criminal justice system that require improvement are the police, the prosecutors, and the court system. The primary focus of this study was on cross-examination in Pakistani criminal courts, not on other conflict-resolution strategies.Even the best trial attorneys must perform under cross-examination since it is a challenging tactic. The majority of the research's sources came from online sources, academic publications in libraries, and works by local and international researchers. A witness for the opposing side who had already testified was questioned during cross-examination. The cases of Pakeeza Bibi, Zakir Jafri Noor Muqaddam, Sughran Bibi, and Salma Bibi were investigated. A witness' testimony, knowledge, or credibility was confirmed or challenged through a cross-examination. This investigation leads to the conclusion that cross-examination is a methodical process. The strict regulations, well-established methods, and distinctly measured strategies of the examiner increase the chances of success.