For some eight retired Pakistani Army officers, the revelation has led to an investigation and may have more consequences. So reports Business Recorder. Should there be criminal acts exposed,
While talking to Business Recorder on condition of anonymity, sources said that any offence relating to national security is tried under the Pakistan Military Act; [*] however, in this instance as the 8 officials are retired they will be investigated by civilian authorities and, if found guilty, face a trial under civil law unless the offence, if any, took place during their military service.
The sources said if the offence of any former military official is established which occurred during his service then the army may reinstate the official for the trial period as per Manual of Pakistan Military Laws and, if found guilty, will take away all perks and privileges as per law, including pension and land.
Apparently, the AA was last amended in 2020. The prior consequential amendment was 2015 extending court-martial jurisdiction over certain civilians.
Perhaps for the eight subjects Hope remains and will soon be released.
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