By Dorcas Ting
KUCHING, Aug 15: A 64-year-old man has been sentenced to eight months in jail by the Magistrates’ Court for drug abuse.
The sentence was handed down by Magistrate Syarifah Fatimah Azura Wan Ali after the accused, Chai Pit Khion, pleaded guilty in court.
Chai was charged under Section 15(1)(a) of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952, which provides for a maximum imprisonment of two years or a fine of up to RM5,000. Additionally, the law mandates supervision for up to three years following conviction.
In Chai’s case, the court ordered a two-year supervision period after his release from prison.
The charges stemmed from an incident on Feb 27, 2023, when Chai tested positive for methamphetamine during a routine check by the Padawan Narcotics Criminal Investigation Division. The test took place around 5.10pm at the division’s office.
The prosecution was led by Inspector Nur Syafiqa Nyaie Ilin, while Chai appeared in court without legal representation. — DayakDaily
