ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): In a recent development, the former Lieutenant General Faiz Hameed has been sentenced to fourteen years of imprisonment.
According to the press release issued by the Inter Service Public Relations (ISPR), on August 12, 2024, the process of Field General Court Martial was initiated against Mr. Faiz Hameed, formerly Lieutenant General under provisions of the Pakistan Army Act, spanning over 15 months.
The accused was tried on four charges related to engaging in political activities, violation of the Official Secret Act, detrimental to the safety and interest of the State, misuse of authority & government resources, and causing wrongful loss to persons, the press release added.
After lengthy and laborious legal proceedings, the accused has been found guilty on all charges and sentenced to 14 years rigorous imprisonment by the Court, which was promulgated on 11 December 2025.
The Field General Court Martial complied with all legal provisions. The accused was afforded all legal rights, including the right to a defence team of his choice. The convict has the right of appeal to the relevant forum, ISPR stated.
Involvement of the convict in fomenting vested political agitation and instability in cohorts with political elements and in certain other matters is separately being dealt with.
