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Wait, in France the sentencing is done before trial? Why would he already be sentenced to 5 years without first being tried or convicted?

• atherton94027 10mo ago
  There was a special law (that his party voted for btw) that added sentencing enhancements for the specific crime he did iirc
  • immibis 10mo ago
    It's surprisingly often the case that criminals assume everyone else is doing what they're doing, and want harsh punishments for it. (see also: the rates of homosexuality among homophobes)
• aquassaut 10mo ago
  No, he was convicted, put in prison, appealed the verdict and was released after 20 days waiting for the next trial
• lm28469 10mo ago
  You can appeal, and until every legal options have been pursued a verdict is not final. Since you're innocent until proven guilty, and you cannot be guilty untill all options have been pursued, you're free until the appeal has been completed.