Celebrity Preacher PU Azman Begins 24-Year Prison Sentence

Background

Celebrity preacher Azman Syah Alias, popularly known as PU Azman, was sent to Kajang Prison on Friday to commence his 24-year prison sentence. This decision came after the court dismissed his plea to delay the execution of the punishment.

Court Decision

Judge Noridah Adam ruled out the application for a stay, citing the absence of any exceptional circumstances that would warrant such action. Earlier, Azman Syah was sentenced to 24 years in jail and two strokes of the cane for two counts of physical sexual assault on a 17-year-old boy.

Legal Arguments

In the application for the stay, Azman Syah’s lawyer, Mohamad Zahid Ahmad, highlighted that his client had no prior criminal record and emphasized the need to prepare a robust defense for the pending charges. On the other hand, deputy public prosecutor Nurul ‘Izzati Mohamad argued against the application, stating the lack of extraordinary circumstances to grant the stay.

Charges and Sentencing

Azman Syah was accused of committing physical sexual assault on a 17-year-old boy at a homestay in Kampung Sungai Udang on two separate occasions. The charges were brought under Section 14 (a) of the Sexual Offences Against Children Act 2017, which carries a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison and whipping upon conviction.

Next Steps

Following the court’s decision, Mohamad Zahid mentioned plans to appeal at the High Court in the near future.

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