Jackie Chan's son apologizes after release from jail

Jaycee Chan, the son of actor Jackie Chan, bows in apology in Beijing, Feb 14, following his release from a six-month jail sentence for allowing people to use marijuana in his apartment. [Photo/IC]

BEIJING - Jaycee Chan, son of kung fu star Jackie Chan, said on Saturday his father didn't attempt to use his influence to lessen his sentence.

The younger Chan made the remarks when making an apology and asking for a second chance following his release from a six-month jail sentence for allowing people to use marijuana in his apartment.

Chan's saga has captivated the Chinese public partly because his father was named an anti-drug ambassador in 2009.

The 32-year-old said at a Saturday news conference that he was rededicating himself to his family and entertainment business career.

He said he has no excuse for the behavior that led to his arrest in August alongside Taiwan actor Kai Ko and others.

Speaking softly and wearing a dark-coloured suit, the 32-year-old entertainer told reporters in Beijing he would dedicate his energy toward film and music projects and spend more time with his distraught mother.

"As a public figure, this incident has had a negative impact on society, disappointed people who supported me, and caused losses for people who have worked with me," said Chan, who extended a deep bow of apology before and after his remarks.

On Aug 14, 2014, Beijing police arrested Jaycee and Taiwan movie Ko, who were both tested positive for marijuana and admitted to having used the drug. Police discovered 117.7 grams of marijuana in a bedroom at Jaycee's house.

Ko was released after 14 days detention. Jaycee was sentenced to six months in prison and fined 2,000 yuan (US$326) for drug offenses by the Dongcheng District People's Court in Beijing on Jan 9.

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