Balochistan High Court
The Balochistan High Court (Urdu: عدالتِ عالیہ بلوچستان) is the highest judicial institution of Balochistan, Pakistan. The court is formally known as the High Court of Balochistan. It is situated in the provincial capital, Quetta.
| Balochistan High Court | |
|---|---|
| عدالتِ عالیہ بلوچستان | |
A corner view of the Balochistan High Court building | |
| Established | 1 December 1976 |
| Jurisdiction | Balochistan |
| Location | Principal Seat: Quetta Circuit Benches: Sibi & Turbat |
| Composition method | Appointment by President on Judicial Commission recommendation. |
| Authorized by | Constitution of Pakistan |
| Appeals to | Supreme Court of Pakistan |
| Appeals from | District Courts of Balochistan |
| Judge term length | Till 62 years of age |
| Number of positions | 15 |
| Website | bhc |
| Chief Judge | |
| Currently | Justice Muhammad Hashim Kakar |
| Since | 11 March 2024 |
Mir Ali Dost Bugti was the first judge of the Balochistan High Court. Justice Naeem Akhtar Afghan is the current Chief Justice, having taken charge on 9 August 2021.
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