MUHAMMAD RAFIQ TARAR, J.--This is a petition for suspension of sentence on behalf of Aslam Masih, petitioner who has been awarded R.I. For seven years with a fine of Rs. 5,000 under section 307 of the PPC.
2. Suspension of sentence is claimed on the ground that the appeal of the petitioner has not been decided within a period of one year of his conviction. Learned counsel for the State does not oppose the prayer. The petitioner was convicted vide judgment dated 27th of February, 1988. His appeal having not n been decided within a period of one year thereof, the case is covered by clause (b) of subsection (1-A) of section 426 Cr.P.C. We therefore, suspend the sentence of the petitioner, subject to his furnishing security in the sum of Rs. 25, (Rupees twenty-five thousand only) with two sureties in the like amount to the satisfaction of A.C. Sialkot.
M.Y.H./A-676/L