Punjab witness protection act, 2018.

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The Witness Protection Act 2018 is a provincial law in Pakistan, specifically enacted as the Punjab Witness Protection Act 2018. It provides a legal framework to protect witnesses and others involved in criminal proceedings related to terrorism, sexual offenses, and other serious crimes. 

Key provisions of the Act

The Punjab Witness Protection Act 2018 includes both out-of-court protective measures and special in-court protections. 

Non-court measures for protection

These steps are taken by the government's Witness Protection Unit (WPU) to ensure the safety of protected persons outside of the courtroom: 

Close protection service: Providing bodyguards for protection from assault, assassination, or kidnapping.

Safe house: Providing lodging in a secure location.

Relocation: Arranging temporary or permanent relocation to a safe place.

Change of identity: Facilitating a change in personal identity.

Concealment of identity: Taking steps to conceal the identity of individuals involved in the criminal proceedings.

Financial assistance: Providing aid to protected persons who cannot