Chen Shui-bian gets 19 years in jail, no appeal

[Brotherhood]

Chen Shui-bian gets 19 years in jail, no appeal - People's Daily Online November 12, 2010

Taiwan's higher court sentenced former leader Chen Shui-bian and his wife to 19 years in prison for bribery, a court official said Friday.

The decision that cannot be appealed ends two in a web of cases against Chen's family, meaning the sentence could grow as the local supreme court reviews other charges. A high court gave both Chen and his wife 20 years in June.

Chen, who has been in jail for two years pending trial, rejects the charges. He is talking to his lawyer about any possible last-ditch moves, a spokesman for him said.

Late Thursday's court decision covers bribery cases related to a land development project and a political appointment.

Chen and his wife Wu Shu-jen also face charges of money laundering and misuse of public funds. The cases involve a total US$20 million that Taiwan prosecutors say was illegally taken while Chen was in office.

Source: Agencies

 

[CardSharp]

Somehow faking assassination attempts doesn't seem above him.

 

[no_name]

There is a need to tell the public (and potential presidential candidates) that even presidents cannot get away with bribery.

 

[Chinese-Dragon]

I am ashamed to have the same last name as this guy.

 

[Chinese-Dragon]

There is a need to tell the public (and potential presidential candidates) that even presidents cannot get away with bribery.

Absolutely. There needs to be accountability at all levels.