Former soldier loses legal challenge over 364-day detention

A military court has rejected a legal challenge by a former soldier regarding his detention and sentencing on drug-related offences. Marzuki Mat Jusoh was convicted after testing positive for methamphetamine and amphetamine, resulting in a 364-day custodial sentence. The court ruling brings an end to his bid to overturn the conviction through legal proceedings. Military justice procedures differ from civilian courts in Malaysia, with cases heard before specialized military tribunals. The outcome represents a significant development in military disciplinary proceedings and drug enforcement within armed forces personnel.