NO.SO(Jud-II)3-15/2024
24-February-2025
Home Department, Government Of The Punjab
Punjab Government Initiates Legal Reforms to Strengthen Law Enforcement:
In a significant move toward legal modernization and crime control, the Government of Punjab has officially constituted a Law Reforms Committee (LRC). This committee is tasked with updating outdated criminal laws to enhance public safety, law enforcement efficiency, and governance mechanisms.
The notification, issued by the Punjab Home Department on February 24, 2025, states that the committee will be responsible for proposing amendments to key legal frameworks, including the Code of Criminal Procedure (1898), Pakistan Penal Code (1860), and Qanun-e-Shahadat Order (1984). Additionally, the committee will focus on counter-terrorism laws, cybercrime regulations, and protective legislation for women and children in the province.
The LRC will be led by Deputy Inspector General of Police, Kamran Adil, along with legal experts from the Home Department, Law Department, and Advocate General’s Office. The committee has been given a three-month deadline to submit its comprehensive report to the Punjab Home Department.
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GOVERNMENT OF THE PUNJAB
HOME DEPARTMENT
Lahore, the February 24, 2025
Notification
NO.SO(Jud-II)3-15/2024: Consequent upon approval of Competent Authority, following “Law Reforms Committee (LRC)” is, hereby, constituted to update/ modernize archaic criminal laws to enhance crime control mechanism, ensure effective law enforcement. and safeguard good governance in the province of Punjab:
| a. | Mr. Kamran Adil, Deputy Inspector General of Police | Convener |
| b. | Mr. Imran Hussain Ranjha, Additional Secretary (Judicial), Home Department | Member/ Secretary |
| c. | Mr. Muhammad Younis, Deputy Director. Law Department | Member |
| d. | Mr. Hassan Khalid. Additional Advocate General, Punjab | Member |
| e. | Representative of Prosecutor General Punjab | Member |
| f. | Any other member(s) to be co-opted by the Committee. | Member |
TORs:
- Draft amendments for the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1898, Pakistan Penal Code, 1860, and Qanun-e-Shahadat Order, 1984.
- Recommend legal reforms for legislation relating to law enforcement, crime prevention, and maintenance of public order.
- Propose draft National Security Law and amendments in laws pertaining to Counter Terrorism, Cyber Crime, Cyber Security and Inter-Provincial Coordination.
- Suggest modifications in legal enactments regarding safety and protection of women and children in Punjab.
- All proposed amendments/ reforms in the said laws/ legislations to be aligned with modern legal, technological, and socio-political developments.
2. The LRC shall submit its report to the Home Department within three months of Issuance of this notification.
SECRETARY, HOME DEPARTMENT
A Step Towards Modern and Effective Criminal Justice System:
The establishment of the Law Reforms Committee (LRC) marks a critical milestone in Punjab’s efforts to strengthen its legal framework. By aligning criminal laws with modern technological, social, and political developments, the committee aims to create a more efficient and effective law enforcement system.
With its focus on public order, counter-terrorism, cyber security, and crime prevention, the LRC’s recommendations will play a crucial role in enhancing legal enforcement mechanisms across Punjab. The Punjab government’s commitment to legal modernization reflects its dedication to ensuring justice, security, and protection for all citizens.
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