ISLAMABAD: New electoral laws have deprived the Local Government (LG) candidates of the right to file an appeal in the Supreme Court (SC) against the Election Tribunal decisions.
In the past, candidates having any dispute were provided an opportunity to file an appeal in the Supreme Court against the Electoral Tribunal decision. But now, the new laws have restricted their appeal right up to high court only “to reduce burden on the apex court”.
Under Clause 155 of the new electoral laws, the candidates for the National Assembly, Senate and provincial assemblies have the right to appeal in the Supreme Court also. Whereas, the candidates of local governments could challenge the results initially in the court of a sessions judge and then in the high court concerned.
The high court decision would be final, and any appeal against it could not be filed in the Supreme Court. Under the new laws, the Election Tribunal is bound to tell the reasons for declaring any election as null and void. While rejecting the appeal, it is the responsibility of the Election Tribunal to give reasons and documentary proof relating to the successful candidate.
08-28-2017, 05:10 AM
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