Public Prosecution Service Appeals Against Lower Sentences for Schiphol Drug Couriers

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Earlier this week, the North Holland court announced that it would give drug couriers at Schiphol lower sentences than the national standard.

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In a remarkable ruling, the Haarlem District Court announced it will now deviate from national sentencing guidelines for drug couriers. Smugglers caught at Schiphol Airport will receive lighter sentences in protest against making deals with major drug lords.

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The Haarlem court will now impose lighter sentences on drug smugglers caught at Schiphol Airport than is customary under national guidelines. The judges believe that the lowest-ranking members of a criminal network are currently being hit disproportionately hard, while the real organizers often remain undetected or receive significant benefits through settlements. This was reported by Haarlem Nieuws.