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Wed, August 13, 2025
The National Assembly on Tuesday passed the Acid and Fire Attack Prevention Bill 2024, prescribing the death penalty or up to seven years’ imprisonment for perpetrators, and up to two years’ jail or a fine for police officers found guilty of faulty investigation.
The bill, moved by PPP lawmaker Mehreen Razzaq Bhutto, seeks to prevent acid and burn attacks, ensure swift justice and provide rehabilitation to victims. It mandates that relevant courts conclude all such cases within 60 days.
Key provisions include free medical treatment for victims in government hospitals, the establishment of rehabilitation centres and the provision of free legal aid.
An acid and burn crime monitoring board will be set up with at least 33% female representation.
Moreover, the legislation requires special protection measures for victims and witnesses, and stipulates financial assistance for children and dependents of victims until they become self-reliant.
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