Police Misconduct Complaint Lawyer in Karachi

Under section 22-A(6)(iii) Cr.P.C., a Sessions Judge acting as ex-officio Justice of Peace in Karachi can issue directions to the police on complaints of neglect, failure or excess by police officers.

What counts

Excess, a demand for a bribe, an illegal raid, threats, or a refusal to register an FIR.

Where to complain

• Senior officers — a written complaint to the SSP, DIG or IGP Sindh, under the Police Order, 2002 (revived in Sindh in 2019).
• Justice of Peace — the Sessions Judge, under Section 22-A(6) Cr.P.C.
• Private criminal complaint — under Section 200 Cr.P.C., where an offence has been committed.
• Sindh High Court — under Article 199 in suitable cases; the court generally expects the 22-A route to be used first.

How we proceed

1. A written record of the incident and the evidence — video, medical report, witnesses.
2. A written complaint to the SSP or a higher officer, with proof of receipt.
3. A Section 22-A(6)(iii) application before the Sessions Judge.
4. Court directions or an inquiry, followed by departmental action.
5. Where needed, a criminal complaint or a suit for damages.

Documents

• CNIC
• Copies of complaints and receipts
• Medico-legal certificate (MLC) if there was injury
• Video or photographs
• CNICs of witnesses