With increasing digitization, electronic evidence plays a critical role in modern litigation. This article examines the legal framework for admissibility of digital evidence in Pakistani courts, including: authentication requirements under Article 164 of Qanun-e-Shahadat, chain of custody considerations, expert testimony standards, and recent superior court judgments. Practical guidance is provided for preserving WhatsApp chats, emails, CCTV footage, and social media content for legal proceedings.
Key Topics
-
digital-evidence
-
shahadat-order
-
technology-law
-
pakistan
"The best legal defense is a strategic offense built through meticulous documentation and proactive registration."
