The State Security Court is expected to issue its verdict today, Sunday, in the terrorist attack case involving St. George's Church in the town of Hamoud, Karak Governorate, according to Amer Halsa, lawyer representing the families of the attack victims.
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Halsa told Al-Mamlaka TV that the State Security Court concluded its third hearing in the case last Wednesday. The proceedings concern the terrorist attack that took place on October 23, leaving nine people dead.
He explained that the court's decision, scheduled for Sunday, November 15, depends on completing its review of the case file, evidence and statements submitted. He added that the ruling may be appealed before the Court of Cassation within 30 days of its issuance.
Halsa said the third hearing proceeded calmly and smoothly before the case was referred for deliberation and a final ruling. He expressed confidence in the judicial system and his expectation that the verdict would reflect the charges brought in the case.
He noted that, during the previous hearing, the court heard testimony from several Public Prosecution witnesses, including officials who prepared the official reports and individuals responsible for recording the defendants' statements. The court also heard their accounts regarding the reports, while the prosecutor presented the prosecution's closing arguments.
Defence lawyers initially requested additional time to submit their closing arguments but subsequently presented the prepared submissions during the same hearing. The case was then referred to the court for a ruling.
Regarding proposed amendments to legislation related to terrorism cases, Halsa stressed that the case remains subject to the provisions currently in force under the Anti-Terrorism Law, which have not yet been amended. Accordingly, no new amendments to the penalties applicable to the charges against the five defendants can be applied.
He explained that any legislative amendments would require the government to submit a draft law to the National Assembly, comprising the Senate and House of Representatives, for review and completion of the required legislative procedures before receiving Royal Assent.
Halsa emphasized that the penalties in the case remain governed by the legislation currently in force, cautioning against prejudging the court's decision or the nature of the sentences it may issue.
He reiterated his confidence in the judges of the State Security Court and their commitment to conducting the proceedings with diligence and sound legal judgment.
