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PESHAWAR, June 17 (APP): Provincial Minister for Law, Aftab Alam Advocate here Tuesday administers oath to newly elected cabinet of the District Attorneys and Law Officers Welfare Association in a ceremony held at the Civil Secretariat in Peshawar.
The ceremony was attended by the Secretary of the Law and Human Rights Department, the Director General of Law and Human Rights, senior officials of the department and office bearers of the KP Law Officers Association.
On the occasion, Minister Aftab Alam extended his heartfelt congratulations to the new cabinet and underscored their crucial role in strengthening the judicial system.
He described District Attorneys and Law Officers as the “backbone of the judicial system,” highlighting their responsibilities in prosecuting public cases, offering legal counsel and ensuring effective representation of the state.
He emphasized that District Attorney play a pivotal role in codes of civil procedure by overseeing case investigations, , pursuing court proceedings, handling appeals, and negotiating plea bargains.
The law minister further noted that providing legal advice to government departments, drafting laws and regulations and supporting policy formulation are essential functions that help align government actions with constitutional and legal frameworks.
He also stressed the importance of the association focusing on key public interest areas such as combating corruption, addressing environmental violations and protecting consumer rights. The minister urged the association to make the prevention of illegal activities, safeguarding of public interests and support for legal reforms central to its agenda.