Blasphemy Law in Pakistan: Apostasy in Islam, Blasphemy, Freedom of Religion in Pakistan, Sharia, Pakistan [sic.] Frederic P. Miller, Agnes F. Vandome, John McBrewster The Islamic Republic of Pakistan uses its Criminal Code to prohibit and punish blasphemy. The Criminal Code provides penalties for blasphemy up to death and a fine. An accusation of blasphemy commonly subjects the accused, police, lawyers, and judges to harassment, threats, and attacks. An accusation is sometimes the prelude to vigilantism and rioting |
