| Case ID |
42c65f99-c14f-4ff8-9532-14f0b0522908 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Cr.M.BA. No. 353-M of 2016 |
| Decision Date |
Aug 25, 2016 |
| Hearing Date |
Aug 25, 2016 |
| Decision |
The petition for bail filed by Tahir Azam was dismissed by the Peshawar High Court. The court found that the petitioner was directly charged in the FIR related to a significant recovery of explosive substances, including grenades, from a shop run by him and his father. The court noted that the petitioner failed to provide a plausible explanation for the possession of such items. The evidence indicated that the petitioner had been involved in the commission of the alleged offence, with no indication of ill-will or false involvement by the police. As the case involved serious charges under the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Explosive Substance Act, the court ruled that the petitioner was not entitled to bail at this stage, as any further commentary on the merits could prejudice either party's case during trial. |
| Summary |
In the case of Cr.M.BA. No. 353-M of 2016, the Peshawar High Court addressed the bail application of Tahir Azam, who was implicated in FIR No. 431 dated 16.7.2016, involving serious charges under the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Explosive Substance Act. The court reviewed the circumstances surrounding the case, particularly focusing on the recovery of four grenades and other explosive materials from a shop linked to the petitioner. The ruling emphasized the absence of a credible defense from the petitioner and highlighted the potential risks associated with releasing an individual charged with such serious offenses. The decision underscored the importance of upholding judicial integrity in cases involving explosives, reflecting on the broader implications for public safety and legal accountability. Keywords such as bail application, explosive substances, and judicial integrity are crucial for understanding the legal landscape surrounding similar cases. The court's dismissal of the petition serves as a reminder of the stringent standards applied in cases involving dangerous contraband. |
| Court |
Peshawar High Court
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| Entities Involved |
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| Judges |
MUHAMMAD YOUIVIS THAHEEM, J
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| Lawyers |
Not available
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| Petitioners |
Tahir Azam
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| Respondents |
The State
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| Citations |
2016 SLD 1862 = 2016 PHC
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Explosive Substance Act, 2013
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| Sections |
5
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