August 16, 2025Open Access

Digital Evidence in Pakistan: A Doctrinal Assessment of Admissibility and Reliability in Criminal Trials

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The judiciary often hesitates to admit digital evidence, impacting fair trial rights for defendants in Pakistan.
Assessment of the legal framework reveals substantial ambiguity in authentication requirements for digital evidence.
A comparative analysis shows Pakistan's practices lag behind international standards for forensic evidence use.
Recommendations include legislative changes and establishing accredited forensic labs to enhance digital evidence reliability.

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Doctrinal evaluation of digital evidence highlights admissibility issues in Pakistan, suggesting legislative reforms.

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