Justice Shahid Karim issues interim order on judiciary harassment

Justice Shahid Karim of the Lahore High Court has recently issued a four-page written interim order in a case related to the harassment of an anti-terrorism court judge in Sargodha. This case fell under his jurisdiction after Justice Malik Shahzad Ahmad Khan's elevation to the Supreme Court.

The interim order, spanning four pages, contains a clear directive that prohibits any agency from contacting or approaching a judge, whether from the superior judiciary, subordinate judiciary, or any member of their staff in the future.

The incident that led to this interim order involved the harassment of an anti-terrorism court judge in Sargodha. Following this unfortunate event, Justice Shahid Karim took swift action to address the issue and ensure the safety and integrity of the judiciary.

Justice Shahid Karim's proactive stance in issuing this interim order underscores the importance of upholding the independence and impartiality of the judiciary. By setting clear boundaries and restrictions on agency interactions with judges and their staff, he has taken a significant step towards safeguarding the judiciary's integrity and ensuring a fair and just legal system for all.