Abstract
The point of discussion of this paper is to have a detailed overview of the doctrine of โDouble Jeopardy'' under the โCode of Criminal Procedure 1898โ. This paper will begin by discussing what Double Jeopardy is, then it will discuss the legal provisions on Double Jeopardy applicable in Pakistan. It will explain the basis of section 403 CrPC. The critical review of this doctrine will be given in this paper at hand. This paper will briefly discuss the conditions necessary for the applicability of the doctrine of double jeopardy. Furthermore, it will be discussed what the law under CrPC explicitly states and how it is implemented by the judiciary. In addition to that this paper will also discuss exceptions to the doctrine of double jeopardy. It precisely states how the concept of public interest overrides the doctrine of estoppel. Relevant case laws have been cited.
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