The case holds significant importance as it addresses the constitutionality of trying civilians in military courts.
Supreme Court rejects plea to shift accused under military trial to civilian jails. The Supreme Court of Pakistan adjourned the hearing of a case challenging the trial of civilians in military courts until Thursday, citing the illness of the Ministry of Defence’s counsel, Khawaja Haris, here on Tuesday.
As per the details, a seven-member constitutional bench, headed by Justice Aminuddin Khan, accepted the adjournment request made by the Additional Attorney General, who informed the court that Khawaja Haris was unwell and unable to appear. The bench granted the request and postponed further proceedings until Thursday.
During the hearing, Latif Khosa, representing the petitioners, urged the court to transfer detainees to civilian jails to facilitate family meetings. However, Justice Aminuddin dismissed the plea, noting that the Attorney General had already assured the court that arrangements for family meetings would be made. He emphasized the need to remain focused on the legal aspects of the case.
The case holds significant importance as it addresses the constitutionality of trying civilians in military courts. The court will resume its hearing on Thursday.
SC Accepts Imran Khan’s Plea for Judicial Inquiry into May 9 Incidents
The Supreme Court of Pakistan has admitted a petition filed by PTI chairman Imran Khan, seeking a judicial inquiry into the May 9 incidents. A constitutional bench overruled the registrar’s objections and instructed the case to be scheduled for a full hearing.
Khan’s lawyer, Hamid Khan, argued for the petition’s admissibility. This comes after the Lahore Anti-Terrorism Court found Imran Khan guilty in multiple cases related to the May 9 violence, rejecting his bail in eight cases. The court’s ruling highlighted significant evidence, including audio and visual recordings, implicating Khan in orchestrating violence. The prosecution claims Khan incited attacks on military and government installations, which led to widespread unrest.
