SC verdict: Nawaz, Tareen unlikely to benefit in retrospection, say legal experts.

ISLAMABAD -- While expressing their opinions on the recent verdict of the apex court that dismissed a set of petitions contesting the Supreme Court (Practice and Procedure) Act of 2023, legal experts on Wednesday held the belief that this decision will not be advantageous for former prime minister Nawaz Sharif and Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party founder Jahangir Tareen.

Both Sharif and Tareen face a lifetime disqualification under Article 62(1)(f) of the constitution.

Raja Amir Abbas, a legal expert, emphasised the significance of the court's verdict, as legal bodies had been demanding the right of appeal. He pointed out that the decision made by the full court would not benefit Nawaz Sharif because it would not have a retrospective effect.

Echoing similar sentiments, another legal expert, Irfan Qadir, mentioned that Nawaz Sharif could opt for a review. According to the law, a review can be requested within a 30-day period, he said while clarifying that the review process would be heard by the full court and would not be long drawn-out.

Iman Yousafzai, another legal expert, stated that, under the court's decision, Nawaz Sharif would not be able to take advantage of an appeal. He added that the common man has been granted the right to appeal and review under the Supreme Court's verdict.

The Supreme Court on Wednesday turned down the pleas against the Supreme Court (Practice and Procedure) Act 2023 with a 10-5 majority.

The verdict was announced by Chief Justice of Pakistan Qazi Faez Isa. The apex court hearing was streamed live on the state TV.

Reading the verdict, CJP Isa said, 'a majority...