What was the potential jail time if the RM5,000 fine was not paid?

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The Default Jail Sentence for an Unpaid Fine Was Four Months

If the RM5,000 fine was not paid, the potential jail time for the Czech tourist was four months' imprisonment. The accused, Brukner Martin, pleaded guilty to defacing the wall of the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) building in the Mersing Maritime Zone. He was charged under Section 427 of the Penal Code for committing mischief and causing damage.
Offence and Penalties

Martin was charged with committing mischief and causing damage to the MMEA building, an offence stipulated under Section 427 of the Penal Code. This section prescribes a penalty of up to RM5,000 in fines. Crucially, for individuals unable to meet this financial penalty, the law provides a default sentence of four months in prison.
Court Proceedings and Plea

The case was heard at the Mersing Magistrates Court, where an interpreter conveyed the charge to the 33-year-old tourist. Martin confirmed his understanding of the charge and entered a guilty plea. He subsequently requested a lighter sentence, citing the need to arrange a return ticket to his home country, the Czech Republic.
Imposition and Payment of Fine

Magistrate Nurkhalida Farhana Abu Bakar imposed the RM5,000 fine on Brukner Martin. The court specified that failure to settle this amount would result in a four-month jail term. The accused ultimately paid the RM5,000 fine on the day of the proceedings.

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