In Pakistan, the content of the Prosecution’s Opening Statement is governed by the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC), 1898. Here are the key components:
Introduction
1. Brief overview: A brief overview of the case, including the charges and the accused.
2. Background information: Relevant background information about the case.
Summary of Evidence
1. Facts of the case: A summary of the key facts of the case.
2. Witnesses: A list of witnesses who will testify and a brief summary of their statements.
3. Documentary evidence: A description of the documentary evidence that will be presented.
4. Physical evidence: A description of the physical evidence that will be presented.
Charges and Offenses
1. Charges: A clear statement of the charges against the accused.
2. Offenses: A description of the offenses alleged to have been committed.
Theory of the Case
1. Prosecution’s theory: An explanation of the prosecution’s theory of the case.
2. Link between evidence and charges: An explanation of how the evidence links to the charges.
Preview of Key Witnesses
1. Key witnesses: A preview of the key witnesses who will testify.
2. Summary of their statements: A brief summary of their statements.
Conclusion
1. Summary of the case: A brief summary of the case.
2. Prosecution’s commitment: A statement of the prosecution’s commitment to proving the case.