Identification Parade: A Critical Analysis of Pre and Post-Identification Modern Methods and Technology in Pakistan

Abstract

When an offense is committed by unknown persons one of the biggest tasks for investigating agencies is to find the real culprits through different techniques. Identification is the most important part of criminal law, as it identifies any person or thing. An identification parade is used to find out a person who is unknown and involved in any criminal activity. This procedure is used all over the world to identify the real offender of a crime. In Pakistan, this is widely used to identify the criminals. To provide justice and equality in a society, following the proper laws and upgrading them according to the modern period is highly important. It is highlighted in this paper, whether these methods are adequate in this modern era when the offender uses the latest technologies and gadgets while committing the offense. This research paper will focus on pre-identification methods such as digital line-up, photographic identification, geofencing, and video identification and post-identification methods including IRIS scan, DNA, fingerprint comparison, and facial recognition technology have enhanced the reliability of the identification and their reliability, effectiveness, and potential for improving justice outcomes and what types of amendments are required in statutes to make them more efficient.