Islamabad (HRNW) — Bushra Bibi has approached the Constitutional Court seeking an early hearing of her appeal against the sentence in the £190 million case.
In her petition, Bushra Bibi stated that her eye condition has recurred and that adequate medical treatment and healthcare facilities are not available to her in jail.
The petition requests the court to schedule her appeal for an early hearing so that the legal and medical concerns raised in the application can be considered without further delay.
Further proceedings will become clear following the court’s orders on the petition.
Human Angle
Prisoners are entitled to appropriate medical care and timely access to treatment. Complaints concerning a prisoner’s health require proper medical assessment, adequate treatment and due legal oversight.
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Disclaimer
This report is based on the position stated in the petition. Claims regarding medical conditions and the adequacy of healthcare facilities are the petitioner’s assertions and should not be treated as a final judicial or medical finding. An appeal against a sentence does not by itself amount to acquittal or cancellation of the conviction.
