Supreme Court allows PTI founder Imran Khan to attend NAB amendments case proceedings via video link, striking down amendments to NAB laws. The verdict approves Khan’s petition and restores closed graft cases against public office holders. The court hears govt.’s pleas challenging the verdict. Federal government files review plea under SC Practice and Procedure Law.
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court (SC) on Monday allowed PTI founder Imran Khan to attend court proceedings in the NAB amendments case via video link, ARY News reported.
On September 15, 2023, the Supreme Court of Pakistan struck down amendments made to National Accountability Bureau laws as it announced its reserved verdict on the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder’s plea.
A five-member bench headed by Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Justice Qazi Faez Isa comprising Justice Amin-Ud-Din Khan, Justice Jamal Mandokhail, Justice Athar Minallah and Justice Hassan Azhar hearing the govt’s pleas challenging the NAB amendments verdict.
At the outset of the hearing, the NAB prosecutor general said the bureau will adopt the arguments of the federal government in this case.
Justice Minallah remarked it has been told that the PTI founder wants to appear in this case. “How can a respondent be barred from attending court proceedings.”
This is a matter of basic fundamental rights, he remarked.
CJP Justice Qazi Faez Isa remarked that Adiala Jail Superintendent was asked to make arrangements for the video link appearance of the PTI founder. This is not a matter related to a person but it is a matter of law and justice.
Review petitions
The federal government filed the review plea in the NAB amendments case under the SC Practice and Procedure Law and made the Federation of Pakistan, National Accountability Bureau and PTI founder respondents.
Citing no violation of basic rights with the NAB amendments, the federal government pleaded with the SC to nullify its decision in the case. “Legislation is the right of the Parliament,” the plea said.
Verdict
In a majority 2-1 verdict, the top court approved Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan’s petition challenging amendments made to the country’s accountability laws during the tenure of the previous Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM)-led government.
The top court also restored graft cases against public office holders that were closed down following the amendments to National Accountability Bureau laws.
In a recent development, the Supreme Court has made a significant decision in the NAB amendments case by granting permission for the PTI founder to attend proceedings via video link. This decision marks a crucial step in ensuring fair and accessible justice, particularly in the context of evolving technological capabilities. The allowance for remote attendance acknowledges the importance of active participation in legal proceedings while accommodating the practical constraints and health considerations faced by individuals. This decision reflects the judiciary’s commitment to upholding the principles of transparency and inclusivity within the legal system. As the case progresses, this decision sets a precedent for leveraging technology to facilitate the administration of justice and paves the way for more flexible and equitable legal procedures in the future.
Source: ARY NEWS
The Supreme Court allowed Imran Khan to attend NAB amendments case proceedings via video link. The court struck down the amendments and restored graft cases against public office holders. The five-member bench heard the government’s pleas challenging the NAB amendments verdict. The federal government filed a review plea, citing no violation of basic rights with the NAB amendments. The court approved Imran Khan’s petition and emphasized that legislation is the right of the Parliament. The decision has significant implications for accountability laws and cases against public office holders.
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