A Perth man could be jailed for 15 years after allegedly importing less than two grams of marijuana into Bali.
Robert McJannett, 48, was arrested at Denpasar airport in December after Customs officers allegedly found the substance in his luggage.
He has appeared in the local district court charged with two offences, including importing drugs.
Outside court McJannett said he is not familiar with Indonesian laws.
"As far as I know, in my country, five grams of marijuana is legal. I didn't know what the law was here," he said.
It is understood he is the first Australian to face Indonesia's tough new drug laws.
The trial was adjourned until next Tuesday.
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Robert McJannett, 48, was arrested at Denpasar airport in December after Customs officers allegedly found the substance in his luggage.
He has appeared in the local district court charged with two offences, including importing drugs.
Outside court McJannett said he is not familiar with Indonesian laws.
"As far as I know, in my country, five grams of marijuana is legal. I didn't know what the law was here," he said.
It is understood he is the first Australian to face Indonesia's tough new drug laws.
The trial was adjourned until next Tuesday.
News Hawk: Warbux 420 MAGAZINE ® - Medical Marijuana Publication & Social Networking
Source: ABC News
Author: N/A
Contact: ABC.net.au
Copyright: 2010 ABC News
Website: Perth man facing Bali jail over marijuana bust - ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
