Musharraf could be sentenced to life in prison or the death penalty if convicted on charges of treason . Musharraf is charged with treason for allegedly violating Pakistan 's constitution . In 2007 , he imposed emergency military rule in the country . He was removed from office by a court martial and sentenced to life imprisonment on charges of corruption. Musharraf has defended his actions by saying he was trying to stabilize the country .
Musharraf is charged with treason for allegedly violating Pakistan 's constitution . In 2007 , he imposed emergency military rule in the country . He was removed from office by a court martial and sentenced to life imprisonment on charges of corruption. Musharraf has defended his actions by saying he was trying to stabilize the country .