Ammar Zoni Sentenced to 7 Years in Prison and a Fine of Rp 1 Billion

The sentence received by Ammar Zoni is known to be much heavier compared to the five other defendants in the same case. Other defendants such as Asep bin Sarkin and Ade Candra Maulana received different sentences although they were still subjected to similar fines by the panel of judges.

The sentences for the other defendants were also detailed by the judge in the trial. One of them is the second defendant who received a fiveyear prison sentence.

"The second defendant Ardian Prasetyo bin Ari Ardi is therefore sentenced to 5 years in prison and a fine of Rp1 Billion that must be paid within 1 month and may be extended for a maximum of 1 month from the date the decision has permanent legal force," said the judge.

The panel of judges revealed that the aggravating reasons for the sentence of Ammar Zoni and his associates were because they stubbornly committed drug offenses while still serving their detention period. This act is considered not to set a good example for society.

The judge also emphasized that the actions of the defendants have very broad negative impacts, especially on the future sustainability of the younger generation in Indonesia. "The actions of the defendants can harm and have effects on the younger generation. The defendants committed crimes while serving their sentences. The defendants were not honest in court, the defendants are currently serving their sentences," explained the judge.

However, there are mitigating factors for the defendants' sentences. The judge considered the polite attitude and remorse shown by Ammar Zoni and others during the trial process as a separate consideration for them to improve themselves in the future.

The judge hopes that these young defendants can take valuable lessons from the punishment given. "The defendants behaved politely, which facilitated the trial process, the defendants expressed regret and promised not to repeat their actions, the defendants are still young and are expected to have the opportunity to become better," he said.

In response to the 7-year prison sentence, Ammar Zoni has not yet made a final decision. He stated that he is still considering whether to appeal or acceptthe verdict within the next week.