Judge refuses to release MP Faris as bribery trial begins
At today’s preliminary hearing, the MP for Dhiggaru pleaded not guilty to the bribery charge after sparring with the state prosecutor, who was unable to say when he gave the bribe or how much money was involved.
25 Sep 2017, 9:00 AM
MP Faris Maumoon’s bribery trial began Monday with the presiding judge refusing to release the former ruling party lawmaker after more than two months in custody.
Dismissing the defence counsel’s arguments, Judge Ali Adam said Faris will remain behind bars because the court believes he may tamper with evidence or attempt to influence witnesses if he is freed.
The MP for Dhiggaru went on to plead not guilty to the bribery charge after sparring with the state prosecutor, who was unable to say when he gave the bribe or how much money was involved.
According to Prosecutor Aishath Mohamed, a lawmaker who would remain anonymous confessed to accepting a bribe from Faris on a date after April 10.
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