Ye scallywags in Hong Kong's brig for treason shan't see freedom soon, says our fearless captain! Aarrrr!
2024-03-26
Arrr mateys! The scallywags in Hong Kong who dare cross the line of national security best not be hopin' for early parole, as the ruler of the land hath spoken. Walk the plank, ye miscreants!
Hong Kong's leader, Chief Executive John Lee, announced that prisoners convicted of serious national security crimes will not be granted early release under the new national security law. The Safeguarding National Security Ordinance now requires the commissioner of correctional services to approve any remission for national security offenders, even for those sentenced before the law was introduced. Previously, inmates could have their sentences reduced for good conduct, but this rule no longer applies.Lee emphasized the importance of residents obeying the law to avoid consequences. Reports indicated that activist Ma Chun-man's early release was blocked due to the new law, affecting other jailed activists. Ma, serving a five-year term for inciting secession, had his release postponed. The correctional services department did not comment on individual cases but stated that decisions would be made fairly.The national security law, passed quickly last week, has raised concerns about further erosion of Hong Kong's freedoms. Despite criticism from Western governments, authorities defend the law as crucial for maintaining safety in the city. No arrests have been made under the law yet, with officials claiming it balances security and rights protection.