The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has moved the Supreme Court against the Islamabad High Court’s decision to acquit PTI Chairman Imran Khan and Vice Chairman Shah Mehmood Qureshi in the cipher case. The FIA, which had earlier acquitted both politicians, is now challenging its decision.
Prosecution’s Arguments
The FIA claims the Islamabad High Court’s decision to free Shah Mehmood Qureshi and Imran Khan, despite ample evidence against them, was wrong. The appeal says that forensic documentary evidence produced during the trial should have been enough to convict them.
Basis of Appeal
The application submitted by FIA points out that the High Court did not give reasons for its decision to acquit. It argues that nothing in the ruling says the prosecution failed to establish its case. According to this agency, the court did not properly consider the prosecution’s evidence, including significant forensic documentation.
Requesting Reversal of Acquittal
FIA wants the Supreme Court to set aside the Islamabad High Court’s June 3 and 3 rulings. The appeal claims that this court overlooked critical evidence and failed to adequately address why it let off Imran Khan and Shah Mehmood Qureshi. The prosecution believes the trial produced strong proof that ought to have resulted in a conviction.
Significance of Case
It is a major legal battle involving influential politicians in Pakistan. By taking their fight to the apex court, FIA shows determination to continue with and get a more thorough examination of what they believe are the facts surrounding the cipher case. The outcome of such an appeal may have far-reaching consequences for all concerned and the wider political landscape within the country itself.
Synopsis
In its bid against IHC’s release order regarding Imran Khan & SMQ over the cipher case. The Federal Investigation Agency has moved the SC through an appeal, stating that it presented sufficient evidence before the trial court. However, the court still acquitted both accused persons. The petitioner has also contended that the IHC provided no grounds for the acquittal and stated that this decision does not indicate the prosecution failed to prove its case. FIA further added that forensic documents were ignored during proceedings, which should have been considered for deciding such matters. Therefore, FIA wants the Supreme Court to reverse the Islamabad High Court’s verdict of June 3ause; according to them, this court overlooked critical evidence and accused it of failing to adequately address why Imran Khan and Shah Mehmood Qureshi were let off.
