In Pakistan, Electronic Witness Statements are governed by the following laws:
Qanun-e-Shahadat Order, 1984
1. Article 4: Deals with the admissibility of electronic evidence.
2. Article 5: Deals with the weight of electronic evidence.
Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC), 1898
1. Section 155: Deals with the production of electronic evidence.
2. Section 156: Deals with the admissibility of electronic evidence.
Electronic Transactions Ordinance, 2002
1. Section 5: Deals with the legal recognition of electronic documents.
2. Section 6: Deals with the admissibility of electronic documents in evidence.
Requirements for Electronic Witness Statements
1. Digital signature: Electronic witness statements must be signed digitally.
2. Authentication: Electronic witness statements must be authenticated to ensure their integrity.
3. Encryption: Electronic witness statements must be encrypted to ensure their confidentiality.
4. Storage: Electronic witness statements must be stored in a secure and tamper-proof manner.
Benefits of Electronic Witness Statements
1. Increased efficiency: Electronic witness statements can be easily stored, retrieved, and transmitted.
2. Improved accuracy: Electronic witness statements can reduce errors and inconsistencies.
3. Enhanced security: Electronic witness statements can be encrypted and stored securely.
4. Reduced costs: Electronic witness statements can reduce the costs associated with traditional witness statements.