In an effort to improve transparency and accountability in the department and contain corrupt practices,the Director General and Inspector General of Police,Dr.MA Saleem has directed the police officials not to entertain cases which are civil in nature .

Giving a stern warning to the officials,Mr.Saleem in his circular issued on Tuesday said that the any police officers despite knowing the complaint is purely civil in nature and try to help or mediate in such cases,will be considered as criminal misconduct and dereliction of duty .

Such officials are dealt with severely through departmental inquiry.

The circular addressing the responsibilities and limitations of police officers in civil disputes.

The circular containing a list of do’s and don’ts also discussed the jurisdiction of civil

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