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[–] tias@discuss.tchncs.de 21 points 4 days ago (2 children)

I'm not in any way, shape or form defending the policy of Singapore, but... given that they do have a death penalty for this, why the hell did he carry 1 kg into the country? I've been to Singapore and I was afraid to even let go of my bags for a second, for fear that someone would plant something on me.

[–] john_t@piefed.ee 19 points 4 days ago (1 children)

People must sign a paper on the plane acknowledging that import drugs carries the death penalty, even before landing.

The result shouldn't be surprising for anyone.

[–] Soulg@ani.social 3 points 3 days ago

Interesting, is it possible to receive that paper, and surrender yourself immediately and basically say "I'm sorry I don't want to do this anymore here take it please don't kill me"?