ISLAMABAD: President Dr Arif Alvi announced special remission of 90 days in sentence of prisoners on eve of Eid Miladun Nabi (PBUH). Remission will be applicable for male prisoners above 65 years of age and women inmates over 60 years, who have completed one-third of their imprisonment.

 Persons under 18 years who have served their one-third sentence will also get benefit of remission. President Alvi approved remission for prisoners in accordance with Article 45 of Constitution, President's Office said. Reduction in sentence will not apply to prisoners involved in murder, espionage and anti-state activities.

 Other categories without remission include convicts of adultery, theft, dacoity, kidnapping and terrorism. Also, remission will not be applicable on those involved in financial crimes and ones who incurred losses to national exchequer.

Published in The Daily National Courier, September, 28 2023

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