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French National Acquitted of Drug Charges in Malaysia

2/3/2026

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On February 3, 2026, the High Court in Alor Setar acquitted Tom Félix, a French national, of drug charges.
Prosecutors failed to prove Félix's control or possession of the drugs.
Félix faced potential death penalties on eight charges, including cannabis possession, before acquittal.
His parents celebrated as Malaysia debates drug-law reform; capital punishment remains legal for serious drug offenses, though no executions have occurred since 2018.

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Story summary

On February 3, 2026, the High Court in Alor Setar acquitted Tom Félix, a French national, of drug charges.
Prosecutors failed to prove Félix's control or possession of the drugs.
Félix faced potential death penalties on eight charges, including cannabis possession, before acquittal.
His parents celebrated as Malaysia debates drug-law reform; capital punishment remains legal for serious drug offenses, though no executions have occurred since 2018.