An Australian man, Troy Andrew Smith, was sentenced to six months of medical rehabilitation in Bali for possession of methamphetamine. Initially facing the death penalty for drug trafficking, Smith’s sentence was reduced due to his regret and promise to reform.
Smith was arrested after police found crystal methamphetamine in his hotel room, and he admitted to using the drug to cope with depression and anxiety. Despite Indonesia’s strict drug laws, the judges decided on rehabilitation rather than a longer prison term.
Smith expressed gratitude to his lawyers, family, and new wife, Tracy, for their support during the trial. The verdict was accepted by both prosecutors and defense, signaling the end of the legal proceedings.
Indonesia’s strict drug laws have led to multiple executions of convicted traffickers, highlighting the dangers of drug-related offences in the country.