Special Court on Friday turned down the request of symbolic arrest of former president General (r) Pervez Musharraf.
A three-member bench headed by Justice Faisal Arab resumed hearing the case during which defense lawyer Anwar Mansoor argued that the decision to impose emergency on November 3 wasn’t taken by Musharraf alone, and all others involved in the case were being given concession.
He also prayed that the formation of Special Court was illegal.
During the proceedings, prosecutor requested the court to symbolically arrest Pervez Musharraf, which was turned down.
Justice Faisal Arab remarked that Musharraf’s name was already on ECL, and a report about his medical conditions was already been sought on January 24.
Later, the hearing was adjourned till Monday.
DOCTOR REFUSES TO APPEAR BEFORE PAKISTANI COURT:
Personal physician of the former president Pervez Musharraf and a prominent cardiologist Dr Arjumand Hashmi has said that Musharraf is under his care since 2006.
Talking to media on Friday, Dr Hashmi said that he was in good health during his medical examination in 2006. However, his health condition has gradually deteriorated which is reflected in his periodic medical examination reports.
Dr Hashmi said that he has issued a medical certificate on General Musharrf’s health condition upon a request from his family.
Responding to a question as if he would present himself for a testimony upon court’s request, Dr Hashmi said that he has a very busy medical practice and in addition to his medical responsibilities he is a city Mayor too.
He said it will be very difficult for him to spare time for a personal appearance in Pakistan’s court. Dr Hashmi excused himself in answering any more question relating to General Musharraf’s health.
He said, “As per US law whenever you perform a medical examination of a patient, you need to keep all its records. Physicians are obligated to send these records to anyone nominated by the patient.”
Besides General Musharraf, other high profile dignitaries including top Pakistani and US military and civilian leadership had been professionally served by Dr Hashmi.