MUHAMMAD NAWAZ Versus THE STATE

ORDER

This is petition for bail on behalf of Muhammad Nawaz petitioner, who is involved in a case under section 13 of the Arms Ordinance, 1965. Initially the case was registered under section 5 of the Explosive Substances Act, 1908.

2. The allegation against the petitioner is that on 1‑10‑1987 he was found in possession of two hand‑grenades which were recovered from him by a police party. On inquiry, the A.S.I. states that the challan has been submitted under section 13 of the Arms Ordinance, 1965.

3. Learned counsel for the petitioner relies on Shafiq v. State 1983 PCr.LJ 1296 and Schedule II of the Criminal Procedure Code, to contend that A the offence under section 13 of the West Pakistan Arms Ordinance, 1965, is bailable. Learned State Counsel does not controvert this contention.

4. In the circumstances, the petitioner is admitted to bail in the sum of Rs.25,000 with one surety in the like amount to the satisfaction of A.C., Bhalwal.

A.A./M‑1889/L Bail granted.