Perceptions of People about Criminal Justice System (A Case Study of Kot Mubarak, Dera Ghazi Khan)

Abstract

This study explores the per eptions of peopie about the different institutions involved in criminal justice system. This study explains the interaction of people with these institutions and the way perceptions are constructed. The experiences of people with these institutions are also explored in this study. Qualitative method used in AntIu'opology has been employed in this research. The qualitative methods such as purposive sampling, snowball sampling, in-depth interviews, focus group discussions and case study have been used in this Shldy, the functioning of the officials in these instihltions help us in explain the public perception about overall perception of public about these institutions. The analysis shows that there exists power distance, corruption, procrastination and negligent behavior in these institutions. The lack of facilities is also a contributing cause. People and their culture also play it part in malpractices of these instihltions. More important for people is the efficiency and effectiveness than capital punislunents. People respond to changes in levels of efficiency positively.