07/01/2024
Successfully Defended Election Appeal
Thrilled to announce a triumphant defense in the recent election appeal filed against our client, Akbar Ayub Khan.
The appellant, Qazi Muhammad Asad, sought to challenge the acceptance of nomination papers for Provincial Assembly elections from PK-46 Haripur-I. Our legal team, led by Mr. Abdul Rehman Qadar, ASC and Mr. Haqnawaz Safdar, who diligently defended the appeal, and the appellate tribunal ruled in our favor.
The judgment underscored the crucial procedural aspect of objections during scrutiny, emphasizing that the appellant failed to raise objections at the required time, rendering the appeal baseless. The tribunal rightly highlighted the absence of locus standi for the appellant.
Furthermore, the judgment emphasized the impracticality of addressing belated objections at the appellate stage, emphasizing the need for timely and substantive objections during the scrutiny process.
The defense effectively refuted various objections raised against the candidate, highlighting the legal soundness of the nomination acceptance. Allegations of the candidate being an absconder were dispelled, citing a writ petition before the Peshawar High Court, Abbottabad Bench, and a court order preventing arrest, reinforcing the candidate's eligibility.
Gratitude to our dedicated legal team for their meticulous work and commitment to upholding democratic principles. Big thanks to Mr. Shahzeb Qadar Khan as well.
