6. Special issues
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6.1 Battered woman syndrome

6.1.1 Can lawyers present evidence of battered woman syndrome or other domestic abuse as an affirmative defense to crimes that the battered woman has committed? (Note: Battered Woman Syndrome is accepted by courts in certain jurisdictions to show that battered women can use force to defend themselves and sometimes kill their abusers due to abusive and life-threatening situations.)
It does not appear that battered woman syndrome is recognized in Pakistan nor can it be used as evidence to defend the battered woman's crimes.
6.2 Domestic violence in the workplace

6.2.1 Can courts issue orders to protect employees suffering from domestic violence?

As a general comment, it is documented that many women in Pakistan are hesitant to report domestic violence, as they fear it will affect how they are viewed in society. This keeps them trapped and they're less likely to report domestic violence in the workplace.[50]

It appears the manager/employer is responsible for managing any domestic violence in the workplace and ensuring The Protection Against Harassment of Women at the Workplace Act 2010 is followed.[51]
6.2.2 Can departure be deemed "for good cause" if related to domestic violence?

The full responsibility for protecting women against harassment has been laid on the management of an organization, indicating that an employer is responsible for implementing the relevant provisions of The Protection Against Harassment of Women at the Workplace Act. According to Section 11, employers are responsible for the effective incorporation of the Code of Conduct for protection against harassment as part of their management policy to form an inquiry committee referred to in Section 3, and to designate a competent authority referred to in Section 4.

The employer's responsibility does not end with the display of the Code of Conduct and formation of an inquiry committee; it also extends to making temporary adjustments so as to ensure that the accused and the complainant do not have any interaction with each other during the investigation period.[52]
6.2.3 Can family members of domestic violence victims take reasonable leave to help the victim seek treatment or obtain help and services?
This decision would be up to the employer of the company.[53]
6.3 Immigration

6.3.1 Does the law include provisions that are intended to prevent abusers who are citizens or permanent residents from using immigration laws to perpetrate domestic violence against their spouse?
No information is available.
6.3.2 If battered immigrants cooperate with law enforcement in domestic violence, can they obtain immigration remedies?
No information is available.
6.3.3 Does domestic violence law discuss asylum accessibility?
No information is available.
6.4 Armed forces

6.4.1 Can a victim seek a military protective order if the abuser is in active military?
No information is available.
6.5 Child custody and child/spousal support

6.5.1 Do judges follow special rules to determine custody or visitation of children in domestic violence cases?
No information is available. 
6.5.2 Can the judge consider the testimonies of the other spouse and the children when determining custody?
No information is available.
6.6 Housing rights of domestic violence victims

6.6.1 Does the law include any barriers to prevent landlords from forcing a tenant to move out because they are victims of domestic violence?

The Punjab Protection of Women against Violence Act 2016 suggests that women's housing rights will be protected. This can only be true if the act is enforced. The act includes a "residence order" that states the following:

This order will ensure that the aggrieved is not evicted from the house and that she may be relocated to a shelter home or an alternate accommodation according to her wishes. The alternate accommodation or rent for it will be provided by the perpetrator.[54]
6.6.2 Does the law allow a tenant to terminate his/her lease early due to domestic violence?
No information is available.
6.6.3 Can an order exclude the abuser from the residence?
Please see Section 6.6.1.
6.6.4 Can abusers be forbidden by court orders to alienate or mortgage the property in his/her name if it is the family domicile?

No information is available.