On June 21, 2023, an anti-terrorism court in Pakistan granted pre-arrest bail to former prime minister Imran Khan. This decision came in response to two cases linked to arson attacks that occurred during the May 9 violence, which had erupted following Khan’s arrest in a corruption case.
Khan’s lawyer, Babar Awan, claimed his client’s innocence and alleged political motivations behind the FIRs. The court supported Awan’s defense, granting Khan pre-arrest bail.
The court has given a directive to the police: provide an update on the violence probe by July 7. This decision has major implications for Khan’s case. He won’t face arrest until the investigation concludes, granting him additional time to ready his defense.
The court’s decision on Khan’s guilt and potential imprisonment is yet unknown. However, the granting of pre-arrest bail is a positive indication of the court’s seriousness towards his case.
