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Police harassment or illegal detention

Last updated: June 2026

Your Right

Police cannot detain you beyond 24 hours without magistrate order. Harassment and illegal detention are violations of fundamental rights.

What You Should Do

If detained, contact family immediately. Family should approach Sessions Court for habeas corpus. File complaint with SP and Human Rights Commission.

Relevant Authority

Sessions Court / SP Office / Human Rights Commission of Pakistan

Complaint Guidance

File complaint with SP, Police Complaint Authority, and HRCP. For ongoing detention, file habeas corpus petition in Sessions Court.

Sample Complaint

I/[NAME] was illegally detained by police at [STATION] from [DATE/TIME] without lawful authority. I request investigation and action against responsible officers.

harassment

detention

illegal

custody

police

torture

zaati

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This information is intended as general civic guidance and should not be considered formal legal advice.