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Convicted Sex Offender Wins Appeal to Stay in Scotland

5/23/2025

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Jamil Ahmed, a convicted sex offender, has successfully appealed to stay in Scotland, citing fears of persecution in Pakistan linked to media coverage of his crimes. The Upper Tribunal found that earlier decisions overlooked crucial expert testimony about the potential dangers he faces. His case will be re-evaluated to determine the risks of deportation.

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Jamil Ahmed, a convicted sex offender, has successfully appealed to stay in Scotland, citing fears of persecution in Pakistan linked to media coverage of his crimes. The Upper Tribunal found that earlier decisions overlooked crucial expert testimony about the potential dangers he faces. His case will be re-evaluated to determine the risks of deportation.