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Sobriety Plea: Drug Supplier Fights Prison Over Perry Death
21 Nov
Summary
- Defendant cites 17 months of sobriety and medical issues in sentencing.
- Accused of providing ketamine leading to Matthew Perry's death.
- Faces up to 65 years in prison; sentencing scheduled for December.
Jasveen Sangha, who faces prison time for her role in Matthew Perry's fatal ketamine overdose, is urging the court to consider her 17 months of sobriety and significant medical issues. Sangha has pleaded guilty to five federal criminal charges, including distributing ketamine resulting in death.
Her defense team submitted court documents objecting to prosecutors' claims that she acted as an "organizer and leader." Sangha's attorney argued that her actions, such as arranging for drug pickups, do not prove hierarchical control. The defense emphasized that panic and poor judgment, like deleting messages, should not be equated with willful obstruction.
Sentencing for Sangha, who has been in custody since August 2024, is scheduled for December. She faces a potential maximum of 65 years in prison. Sangha also stated she does not oppose paying restitution to Perry's family, pending information on their costs.
