1. The petitioner was sentenced to eight years' R.I. And a Fine of Rs.3,000 for an offence under section 326, P.P.C. On 11-5-1986. He appealed against his conviction and the same is pending. Learned counsel for the petitioner contends that it has been more than three years yet his appeal has not been heard, therefore, the petitioner is entitled to the concession of bail on the statutory ground.
2. Learned counsel for the complainant has opposed the contentions.
2. I have heard the learned counsel. As a matter of fact, earlier the petitioner had filed an application for the suspension of his sentence but the same I was withdrawn on 28-5-1988 with the understanding that he would not press the suspension of sentence if the appeal was directed to be heard at some early date. Since then the appeal was not set for hearing and it has been a year now. In these circumstances, the sentence of the petitioner is suspended and he is allowed bail provided he furnishes security in the sum of Rs.20,000 with two sureties, each in, the like amount to the satisfaction of Assistant Commissioner/Duty Magistrate, Islamabad.
3. The file shall be sent back to Rawalpindi Bench.
4. SA./M-1484/L Bail allowed revisions by the competent authorities. Therefore, it is advisable to consult the official sources or legal professionals for the most up-to-date and accurate information.