Ammar Zoni Sentenced to 3 Years in Prison and a 1 Billion Fine Related to Drug Case

Kapanlagi.com - The panel of judges of the West Jakarta District Court officially sentenced actor Ammar Zoni to three years in prison for drug abuse. This sentence is much lighter compared to the demands of the Public Prosecutor (JPU) who previously requested a 12-year prison sentence for the former husband of Irish Bella.

In the trial held on Monday (26/8/2024), the panel of judges stated that Ammar Zoni was proven legally and convincingly to have committed a crime without rights or unlawfully by purchasing or possessing class 1 narcotics.

"Declares the defendant Muhammad Ammar Akbar alias Ammar Zoni legally and convincingly committed a crime without rights or unlawfully purchasing or possessing class 1 narcotics," said the panel of judges at the West Jakarta District Court on Monday (26/8/2024).

1. Fines

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In addition to prison sentences, Ammar Zoni was also fined Rp 1 billion. If the fine is not paid, it will be replaced by a prison sentence of three months.

"Two, sentencing the defendant to a prison term of 3 years and a fine of Rp 1 billion, with the provision that if the fine is not paid, it will be replaced by a prison sentence of three months," said the panel of judges.

2. Ammar Zoni Accepts the Judges' Decision

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Ammar Zoni was surprised to hear the judges' decision. Nevertheless, the father of two accepted the decision from the judges.

"Thank you, Your Honor, I accept it," said Ammar Zoni.

This case began with allegations of Ammar Zoni's involvement in drug trafficking with his associates. The prosecutor stated that Ammar Zoni was not only a user but also provided capital for the drug business. For his actions, the prosecutor demanded a 12-year prison sentence for Ammar Zoni for violating Article 114 Paragraph 1 of Law Number 35 of 2009 concerning Narcotics.

(kpl/far/ums)