The Anti-Terrorism Court of Lahore gave a reserved verdict on the bail applications of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder chairman Imran Khan in 8 cases on May 9.
The anti-terrorism court in Lahore rejected the bails of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder in the Jinnah House attack and May 9 eight cases. Judge Manzar Ali Gul gave a reserved verdict on the bails.
Anti-Terrorism Court Judge Manzar Ali Gul heard former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s bail pleas in 8 cases on May 9. Founding Chairman PTI’s lawyer Barrister Salman Safdar appeared in the court.
Founder PTI filed bails in Jinnah House attack, Shadman police station arson cases and in Rahat Bakery Chowk and Zaman Park burning of police vehicles. Apart from this, the founding PTI also filed bails in the Askari Tower attack and three other May 9 cases, which were rejected by the court.
Report of the hearing
Barrister Salman Safdar while arguing in the court said that the wrong reaction to the opinion of PTI founder came from the people. I have represented founder PTI in more than 240 cases. All kinds of cases were registered against one accused. There is no section under which a case has not been registered. Cypher’s case went to the Supreme Court, all others got relief from subordinate courts.
The lawyer said that in 30 cases decisions have been made against the government. I am placing before you about 25 decisions. The plaintiffs in each case are policemen. The government has thrown googly, leg break, off break second third. Sometimes they say that the conspiracy took place in this way, then they say that it did not take place in this way. Bushra Bibi was included in 12 cases that she was also involved in the conspiracy. It is easy to accuse and difficult to prove.
Barrister Salman Safdar said that I am not asking you for discharge or dismissal of the case. You cannot even provide these facilities. The accused has been in prison for a long time, I am asking the court for bail.
The lawyer argued that Pervez Musharraf’s medical records were presented, he had to leave the world to prove them true. After that everyone was convinced that all the medicals were correct. Judges have relayed PTI founder’s detention in NAB custody from May 9 to 12.
Later, Special Prosecutor Rao Abdul Jabbar said in his arguments that all the cases are of rebellion against the government and attack on sensitive installations. The judgments presented are not related to these cases. According to British law, the King is not impeachable. The accused is not a king. At the behest of the accused, 200 installations were attacked. It was said on social media that today is the day of real jihad. Indian TV channels also continued to run the same news.
The prosecutor added in the arguments that the general public is prohibited from visiting certain places in Kent. Everyone has a modern device that communicates location and messages. How PC Hotel, Awari Hotel or milk shop in Anarkali was not attacked. Military installations were attacked. The statue of Colonel Sher Khan Shaheed, who sacrificed his life for the safety of the country, was kicked. These wars and attacks continue even today. The ranger and the policeman were martyred, while the accused says that I am in jail.
While giving arguments in the court on behalf of the prosecution, it was further said that the accused was not in jail on May 7 when the conspiracy took place, the application of the accused should be dismissed.
Later, the court reserved its judgment after completing the arguments on the bail pleas of the prosecution and the accused’s counsel.
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How does the potential threat to public order factor into the court’s decision to deny Imran Khan’s bail?
## Interview with Legal Analyst on Imran Khan’s Bail Rejection
**Host:** Today we’re discussing the recent decision by the Anti-Terrorism Court in Lahore to reject Imran Khan’s bail applications in eight cases related to the May 9 riots. Joining us is legal analyst [Guest Name], who specializes in Pakistani law. Welcome to the program.
**Guest:** Thank you for having me.
**Host:** Can you give our viewers some background on these cases? What are the specific charges against Imran Khan?
**Guest:** Imran Khan, the founder and former chairman of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), was arrested following the protests and violence that erupted on May 9th. These eight cases against him stem from incidents including the attack on Jinnah House, arson at the Shadman police station, and the burning of police vehicles in various locations. He’s facing terrorism-related charges. [[1](https://tribune.com.pk/story/2512309/atc-rejects-bail-plea-of-imran-khan-in-8-cases-related-to-may-9-riots)
**Host:** Khan’s lawyer, Barrister Salman Safdar, argued that the charges are politically motivated. What’s the basis for this claim?
**Guest:** Safdar argued that Imran Khan has been targeted with an overwhelming number of cases, over 240 in total, with charges ranging across various legal codes. He pointed out inconsistencies in the government’s narrative regarding the May 9 events and highlighted that Bushra Bibi, Khan’s wife, was also implicated in twelve cases. These arguments suggest that the accusations are being used as a tool to silence political opposition.
**Host:** The court ultimately rejected Khan’s bail pleas. What factors might have influenced their decision?
**Guest:** While the specific reasoning behind the court’s decision hasn’t been publicly released, it’s likely that they weighed the severity of the charges, the potential threat to public order, and the risk of Khan interfering with the ongoing investigations.
**Host:** What are the implications of this decision for Imran Khan?
**Guest:** This rejection means Imran Khan will remain in custody pending further legal proceedings. His legal team is likely to appeal this decision, potentially leading to a lengthy legal battle. Ultimately, the outcome of these cases will have significant political ramifications for both Imran Khan and Pakistan.
