Do you think the life sentences handed down to two men found with 47kg of cannabis is the right sentence? (you may select more than one option)
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Yes - because it will act a deterrent to others, thereby helping tackle the country's drug problems
Yes - it is a serious crime that deserves a life sentence and the sentenced should not have had the drugs
No - the category of drug and quantity found does not warrant so long in prison
No - we should seek rehabilitation and forgiveness and a life sentence gives little opportunity for this
No one in Seychelles can say they do not know the repercussions of drug trafficking! That said, if the law of the land states that this classification and quantity of drugs deserves this sentence, then so be it. However, we cannnot NOW act the hypocrite when someone with a higher and classification of drugs is caught!
It's not about forgiveness as stated above but about the opportunity for rehabilitation. We have to decide whether we just want to lock people up or punish but also give them the opportunity for rehabilitation and to become valued members of our society.