Mervyn Cheong
Mervyn Cheong is a lawyer known for defending individuals on death row in Singapore. He has been vocal about the challenges posed by mandatory death sentences for drug-related offences, questioning the fairness of such severe penalties, especially in cases involving low-level offenders. Cheong has raised concerns about the disparity in sentencing for serious international crimes compared to those imposed for drug trafficking, advocating for a more equitable justice system.
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 1 | 5.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 31,226 | $2,700,000 | 1,242$ |
| Totals | 1 | 67,886,011 | 31,226 | $2,700,000 | 1,242$ |
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Lawyer Mervyn Cheong finds it challenging to reconcile mandatory death sentences for certain drug-related offences.
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