SC nullifies civilians' trial in military courts

By Muhammad JuniadPublished On 23 Oct 2023

Islamabad: In a recent development the Supreme Court of Pakistan nullified the trial of civilians in military courts.

The Supreme Court of Pakistan Monday reserved its judgment in the case against the trial of civilians in military courts.

According to details, a five-member larger bench headed by Justice Ijaz-ul-Ahsan comprising Justice Muneeb Akhtar, Justice Yahya Afridi, Justice Mazahir Naqvi, and Justice Ayesha Malik heard the case.

Attorney General of Pakistan (AGP) Mansoor Usman Awan, petitioner's counsel Khawaja Ahmad Hussain, and Salman Akram Raja appeared in the court.

Lawyer Khawaja Ahmed Hussain said that some new appeals have been filed.

Justice Ijaz-ul-Ahsan stated that according to the last order, the arguments of the Attorney General were going on.

After the Attorney General completes the arguments, we will look into the way to conduct the case.

Lawyer Salman Akram Raja said that the trial in military courts was started before the decision of this case.

Justice Ijaz-ul-Ahsan added that first let the Attorney General complete the arguments and then he will listen to everyone.