As a youngster you must know answers to the following questions
| What age can I drive? If you are 18+ and have a valid Learner's Permit or a Lisence |
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| What is the 'Age of Delinquency'? 12 or under is considered a 'Minor'. No concession after this age for an offence |
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| Is smoking an offence? Yes, under 18 and at all public places under the new Prohibition of Smoking Law |
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| Is smoking 'Shisha' an offence? Surely it is, shisha is smoking and a cafe or restaurant is a Public Place |
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| Can I marry without my parents' consent? If you are 18+, legally you are allowed, but we don't recommend it as it is against our social norms |
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| Is dating an offence? Driving or dining out is not, but touching or even staring at a woman is and offence, under the new Protection of Women Law |
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| Is explicit Internet content an offence? Yes, displaying or viewing it is, can get 6 months in jail on conviction |
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| What are the government rules for internet cafe? No cabins, no underage, no explicit content. Cafe should close at 10 pm, no exceptions to this |
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| How can I help the Police? By reporting a crime or a criminal at this website here or directly to your local Police Station |
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| Can I complaint against the Police? Yes, you may, but malicious and false complaint is an punishable offence under Law |
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| Can I arrest a suspect or criminal under Law? Yes, you may, and immediately inform Police, but not as it may be risky for you |
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| Is domestic violence an offence? Yes, you must report it |
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| Can teachers give physical punishment? No, they can't, but we must learn to respect them like our own parents |
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| Can Police stop me and ask for my ID or Licence anytime? Yes, they may. Keep your ID, CNIC, Driving Licence and ownership proof of vehicle with you |
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| What do I do if I am stopped by a Police? Prove your ID |
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| Should I report on-campus offence to Police? Yes, if it is serious, you must |
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| How do I check that the bike I want to purchase is genuine? Call on 15 "Vehicle Theft" Tab |
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| Is using a stolen bike an offence, even if I don't know it? Yes, it is |
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| Is one-wheeling an offence? Yes, 6 months in jail on conviction |