YouTuber Rajab Butt Granted Interim Bail in PECA and Blasphemy Case
Lahore: Well-known YouTuber Rajab Butt has been granted interim bail by a sessions court in Lahore in connection with a case filed under the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA) and Section 295-C, which pertains to alleged blasphemy, according to ARY News.
Court Issues Arrest Stay Until June 21
During a hearing on Thursday, the court ruled that police are prohibited from arresting Rajab Butt until June 21. Butt appeared before the court in person and was directed to fully cooperate with the ongoing police investigation.
Case Originates from Controversial Perfume Launch
The case was registered at the Nishtar Colony Police Station following the controversial launch of Rajab Butt’s perfume, which was branded with the number “295.” This product sparked significant backlash and criticism on social media due to its religious implications.
Previous Legal Troubles for Rajab Butt
This incident is not the first legal challenge faced by Rajab Butt.
Arrest for Illegal Weapons and Wildlife Possession
In December 2024, he was apprehended for publicly displaying firearms and for keeping a lion cub at his home in the Chuhng area without the necessary permits. The raid was conducted by Lahore police in conjunction with the Wildlife Department, leading to the confiscation of the lion cub, which was reportedly a wedding gift.
Sentenced to Community Service
Following his arrest, a special judicial magistrate found Rajab Butt guilty of illegal possession of a wild animal. Instead of serving time in jail, he was sentenced to one year of community service. The court mandated that he record a five-minute vlog each month from February 2025 to January 2026, focusing on raising awareness about animal rights.
Conclusion
However, he is expected to cooperate with law enforcement as investigations proceed. His ongoing legal issues have drawn attention, raising important questions about the responsibilities of content creators and legal compliance among social media influencers.
