Module 7.7

7.7 Witness Protection- Risk-Based Safeguards

Where a child witness faces threats, intimidation or danger, the Sindh Witness Protection Act, 2013 may apply.

Possible protection measures include:

  • safe accommodation
  • relocation
  • concealment of identity
  • secure court transport
  • restricted access to records
  • police protection

Police must document all threats and immediately refer the case to the Witness Protection Unit, where operational, or otherwise to the relevant senior police authority or designated mechanism responsible for witness protection.

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