Federal court ruling today sets strict review petition rules
The Federal Constitutional Court ruling today holds that apex court judgments are persuasive only, sets Rs50,000 review security, and dismisses a Balochistan firm's plea.
The Federal Constitutional Court held that Supreme Court judgments have persuasive value but do not bind it.
It may follow Supreme Court precedents only where they fit the Constitution and the law.
Review petitions need a grounds certificate, Rs50,000 security, and an error on the face of the record or a miscarriage of justice.
Frivolous reviews risk costs of at least Rs25,000 and possible action against the Advocate-on-Record.
Balochistan Trading Company's review was dismissed and its security was forfeited.