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Peshawar High Court Dismisses 29 Petitions Against Military Court Sentences
PHC rejects 29 petitions challenging military court sentences. Court rules that special laws apply, and detainees cannot claim sentence reduction under Section 382-B.
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by News Desk
2025-03-21
Peshawar High Court Dismisses 29 Petitions Against Military Court Sentences

The Peshawar High Court (PHC) has dismissed 29 petitions filed against sentences handed down by military courts. The ruling was issued by Justice Naeem Anwar and Justice Dr. Khurshid Iqbal, who heard arguments from both sides before delivering a summary judgment.

Arguments from Petitioners

The petitioners' lawyers argued that:

  • The accused were sentenced by military courts and had already completed their sentences.
  • Despite completing their terms, they were not being released.
  • Under Section 382-B of the Criminal Procedure Code, time spent in detention should be counted as part of the sentence.

Government's Defense

The Additional Attorney General countered these claims, stating that:

  • Military court decisions fall under special laws, and the benefit of Section 382-B does not apply.
  • Terrorists do not deserve legal concessions.
  • Sentences are only counted after being officially signed, and the Field General Court Martial operates under distinct legal provisions.

Court's Decision

After hearing both sides, the Peshawar High Court ruled in favor of the government and dismissed all 29 petitions, affirming that military court sentences fall under special legal jurisdiction and are not subject to general criminal law provisions.

The ruling reinforces the government’s stance on military courts, which continue to be a controversial legal mechanism for handling terrorism-related cases in Pakistan.
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