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Pakistani law explained in plain language: constitutional, family, criminal, property and labor law at the intersection of technology and justice.
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Divorce Papers in Pakistan: What You Actually Need
Divorce papers in Pakistan: the talaq notice for the Union Council, the khula plaint for the Family Court, and what each really needs.
Huzaifa Shoukat
Rent Agreement Stamp Duty in Pakistan: What It Costs and Who Pays
Stamp duty on a rent agreement in Pakistan is a percentage of the annual rent. Who pays it, where to get the stamp, and what happens if you...
Huzaifa Shoukat
The Divorce Process in Pakistan, Explained Step by Step
The divorce process in Pakistan step by step: the talaq notice, the 90 day wait, the khula suit in Family Court, and the papers you need.
Huzaifa Shoukat
How Divorce Works in Pakistan: Talaq, Khula, and Court
Divorce in Pakistan happens through talaq, khula, or court. Here is the 90 day rule, the steps for each route, and the law behind it.
Huzaifa Shoukat
Filing an FIR Online in Pakistan: Which Provinces Allow It
Submitting a form online is not the same as an FIR. Here is what each province in Pakistan offers, and how a complaint becomes a case.
Huzaifa Shoukat
FIR Without Evidence: What the Law Requires in Pakistan
Yes, an FIR can be filed without evidence in Pakistan. The law only needs information about a cognizable offence, not proof. What to do if police refuse.
Huzaifa Shoukat
Marriage Laws in Pakistan: What's Legal, What Isn't
Same sex marriage is not legal in Pakistan. The law only recognises marriage between a man and a woman. Here is what the law says and what it...
Huzaifa Shoukat
How Many Courts Are There in Pakistan? The Full Picture
How many courts are there in Pakistan? Eight superior courts, one district court in every district, and more below.
Huzaifa Shoukat
Is There an FIR Against Me? Check by CNIC in Pakistan
An FIR can sit on your CNIC record for years without you knowing. Here is how to check, province by province, and what to do if something shows...
Huzaifa Shoukat