RAWALPINDI – Ex-ISI Chief Faiz Hamid has been sentenced to 14 years of rigorous imprisonment after a Field General Court Martial (FGCM) found him guilty on multiple charges, according to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) on Thursday.
The ISPR said the court martial process against Ex-ISI Chief Faiz Hamid began in August 2024 and continued for over 15 months. He was tried under the Pakistan Army Act on four major charges, including engaging in political activities, violating the Official Secrets Act, misusing authority, and causing losses to individuals.
The military’s media wing confirmed that the court found the accused guilty on all counts. The sentence was officially announced on December 11, 2025. According to ISPR, all legal procedures were followed, and the former general was provided full legal rights, including a defence team of his choice. He also retains the right to appeal.
The ISPR further noted that his alleged involvement in political agitation and cooperation with certain political groups is being addressed separately.
Background
Ex-ISI Chief Faiz Hamid was arrested in August 2024. The arrest followed a Supreme Court petition by the CEO of Top City housing society, who accused him of land grabbing and stealing valuables during a raid. After a detailed inquiry ordered by the Supreme Court, the Pakistan Army initiated a full court martial process.
He was formally charged in December 2024 with offences related to political activities, misuse of authority, and violating the Official Secrets Act. The ISPR also confirmed that three other retired officers were detained in connection with the same housing scheme case.
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Profile
Faiz Hamid is the first former ISI chief to be court-martialed and sentenced. He previously played a key role in the 2017 Faizabad sit-in agreement and later served as the head of the ISI from 2019 to 2021. Throughout his career, he faced allegations of political interference and influencing legal proceedings.
