Corporate Criminal Liability in Pakistan: An Evolving Doctrine

Abstract

Corporate criminal liability doctrine has experienced a remarkable change around the world including Pakistan, but it is nevertheless both doctrinally indeterminate and procedurally limited in Pakistan. As corporations are growing their wings in the economy, the harm they can generate depending on the fraud, environmental destruction, or the breach of law and regulation needs to be addressed by a strong legal system. This paper examines the genetic development and the present position of corporate criminal liability in Pakistan and alternatively explores the through legislative provisions and gaps in regulation. Referring to the modern research, the paper suggests a reconsideration of corporate accountability which should coincide with global tendencies as well as domestic needs. It ends with providing advocacy with policy change and enhancement of institutions.