Chapter II · General Explanations

"Servant of the State"

Section 14 · Pakistan Penal Code

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1[The words “servant of the State” denote all officers or servants continued, appointed or employed in Pakistan, by or under the authority of the 2[Federal Government] or any Provincial Government.]

Amendment notes (2)›
  1. 1The original section
  2. 2and Table, for “Central Government”.

How to cite

In a petition
Section 14, PPC
With heading
Section 14 PPC ("Servant of the State")
In full
Section 14, Pakistan Penal Code (Act XLV of 1860)

Text as amended up to 30-11-2025, from the Pakistan Code, Ministry of Law and Justice. Check the official text before filing. Official PDF, page 32