MP Faris released from custody after six months
The criminal court set three conditions for his release: not attempting to influence or tamper with evidence against him; getting the court’s permission before any travels out of the capital, Malé, and attending court hearings.
25 Jan 2018, 9:00 AM
Lawmaker Faris Maumoon has been released from custody after six months by the criminal court.
He was arrested on charges of bribery last July, following which he was remanded in custody until the end of his trial. He is the son of opposition leader and former president Maumoon Abdul Gayoom.
The criminal court Thursday set three conditions for his release: not attempting to influence or tamper with evidence against him; getting the court’s permission before any travels out of the capital, Malé, and attending court hearings.
His sister, Yumna Maumoon, tweeted: “The criminal court has just ordered the release of my younger brother MP Faris. Thank God.”
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