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The Prosecution plays a vital and indispensable role in the Criminal Justice System, with the foremost responsibility of upholding the Rule of Law and safeguarding innocent citizens from the hardship of unwarranted litigation. In view of evolving crime patterns, the effective use of modern technology for investigation and prosecution has become more essential than ever to ensure justice.
It is a matter of great pride that the Prosecution Directorate has successfully completed 21 years since its establishment. Despite various challenges and limited resources, commendable progress has been achieved during this period, reflecting the dedication, commitment, and valuable contributions of all concerned, which remain central to our continued growth and success.
As a relatively young institution following its separation from the police and law departments, effective coordination between the police and prosecution remains crucial for successful case outcomes. Concerted efforts are being made to further strengthen this coordination, recognizing its significance within the Criminal Justice System.
The digitalization of prosecution work, coupled with performance assessment through the introduction of the Case Management & Monitoring System (CMMS), has emerged as a key initiative toward enhancing efficiency and effectiveness. Additionally, the establishment of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Prosecution Academy stands as a landmark achievement, aimed at building institutional capacity and professional excellence.
Special attention has been accorded to addressing the unique challenges faced by prosecution officers in the newly merged districts of the erstwhile Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA). Measures are being taken on a priority basis to facilitate them in the discharge of their duties with dedication and zeal, thereby ensuring the provision of speedy and inexpensive justice to the citizens of these districts, as envisaged under Articles 4 and 25 of the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan.
Additional Chief Secretary (Home)
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Prosecution Service (KPPS) was established under an Act of the Provincial Assembly known as Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Prosecution Service (Constitution, Functions and Powers) Act, 2005. Objective of the Act is derived from Article 37 (d) of the Constitution of Islamic Republic of Pakistan 1973 which enshrines inexpensive and expeditious justice so as to safeguard the interest of the public during criminal litigation.
Prosecution, as legal party, is fundamentally responsible for presenting the case before the court against an individual for breaking the law, initiating and directing further criminal investigations, guiding for collection of credible evidence and recommending appropriate cases for commencing of trial in the relevant court of law. No doubt, the Prosecution service in Pakistan, has pivotal role in the administration of speedy criminal justice system and with its limited resources and less ideal working environment, the KPPS is trying its level best to accomplish its two prongs function i.e. guilt may not escape due punishment and innocent may not suffer during criminal litigation.
The Directorate of Prosecution is endeavoring to provide digitalized platform in the shape of Case Management and Monitoring System (CMMS) to be operationalized and implemented with enhanced transparency and accountability mechanisms in the near future. Indeed, digitalization of the prosecution work and gauging the performance of prosecutors through introduction of CMMS is vital and pivotal for successful prosecution. Along with this, the establishment of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Prosecution Academy is the land mark achievement which would enhance capacity of the prosecution staff through very relevant training modules and inculcation of legal education through capable teaching / training faculty members, in the near future.
Muhammad Rafiq Khan Mohmand
Director General Prosecution
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Jan 29,2026
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