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Chapter 9
DISTRICT ATTORNEY
Prior to 1980, private counsels were hired to represent the Government. In
1981, the recruitment of permanent attorneys was initiated. From 1981 to
2007, both civil and criminal cases were handled by the office of the District
Attorney. In 2007, a separate prosecution department was established. At
present, only civil cases are being handled by the District Attorney while
criminal cases are dealt with by the District Public Prosecutor.
The office is headed by a District Attorney, who is assisted by a Deputy
District Attorney and five Assistant District Attorneys. One post of Deputy
District Attorney as well as all five posts of Assistant District Attorney are
currently lying vacant in Muzaffargarh.
At present, around 1500 cases are being pursued by the office of District
Attorney in various courts of the District.
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