Marshall Islands reports suspended jail term for a personal cannabis import
A January newspaper report described a six-month suspended sentence and a $1,000 fine for Gandhi Heine after he pleaded guilty to importing marijuana. His lawyer said the cannabis was for personal use to relieve back pain.[@1] Chief Justice Carl Ingram approved the plea agreement, which included probation conditions restricting travel outside Majuro.[@1]
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A January newspaper report described a six-month suspended sentence and a $1,000 fine for Gandhi Heine after he pleaded guilty to importing marijuana. His lawyer said the cannabis was for personal use to relieve back pain.[1] Chief Justice Carl Ingram approved the plea agreement, which included probation conditions restricting travel outside Majuro.[1][1]
Sources
- Gandhi fined $1,000 for marijuana import, 3 January 2020. Marshall Islands Journal. Printed p. 15; original newspaper issue date, distinct from the later platform upload date.