The scope of probation... was also aid at the maximum five-year probation for fixed-term sentences of less than three years. According to sentencing regulations, probation typically cannot exceed five years and applies to fixed-term imprisonnts of less than three years. As for Zhao Dezhu, because he was a repeat offender, coupled with his poor attitude and extre arrogance when confessing in court, he was sentenced to five years of fixed-term imprisonnt and was therefore ineligible for probation. Additionally, several other elderly individuals who were particularly active and eager in the waterlon-stealing incident received fixed-term imprisonnt of more than three years. Most of the elderly, however, were given probation.
"Why so many probations? But it’s acceptable. After all, at their age, jail would just be like a nursing ho anyway."
"Probation could actually be a good opportunity to reform them. Reporting their daily activities and checking in regularly would be a chance for them to change."
"What about the fines and compensation ordered in the judgnt? What if they don’t pay?"
I think, given their current behavior, they might just slack off during community corrections.
"..."
Inside the nursing ho, upon hearing the first part of the judgnt, Zhang Qingyuan and the others began discussing it again. They could all accept this outco. The main offenders, like Zhao Dezhu and a few others, were sentenced to fixed-term imprisonnt ranging from four to five years. Although they might be assigned to a prison ward for the elderly and disabled, the rest received probation, subject to strict community correction.
They were already aware of the complexities of probation. Beyond restricted movent, there were nurous rules and regulations, making it feel even more unbearable than imprisonnt. Moreover, the judgnt also required each of them to pay corresponding administrative fines and compensation. For the victims, this was undoubtedly the best outco.
It’s worth noting that Hu Wenning had previously made repeated attempts to have her case properly handled, all to no avail. Only after considerable effort did she learn about this thod of defending her rights.
"BANG—"
On the screen, the Judgnt Chief paused for a mont and then continued to announce, "Now, I will read the verdicts for Zhao Fugui and 65 others:
Zhao Fugui, for the cri of concealing and hiding illegal gains and proceeds of cri, is sentenced to two years of fixed-term imprisonnt.
Zhao Chang, for the cri of concealing and hiding illegal gains and proceeds of cri, is sentenced to one year and six months of fixed-term imprisonnt.
Zhao Tianyi, for the cri of concealing and hiding illegal gains and proceeds of cri, is sentenced to one year and three months of fixed-term imprisonnt.
Zhao Sui, for the cri of concealing and hiding illegal gains and proceeds of cri..."
Following this, a long string of verdicts was read out. Zhao Fugui and the others all received fixed-term imprisonnt ranging from one to two years.
Back in the nursing ho, after seeing this, Zhang Qingyuan and the others widened their eyes once more.
"What’s going on? Wasn’t Zhang Wei’s mitigation defense in court very successful? How co their sentences weren’t reduced?"
"This judgnt is a bit strange. The sentences that should have been reduced weren’t, while those that shouldn’t have been all turned into probations?"
"Could there have been so mistake? Zhao Fugui and the others must be regretting it bitterly. Just for selling a few waterlons, they got two years."
"I don’t know why, but I suddenly feel quite satisfied. Could this be considered, in a sense, the sons paying for the fathers’ debts?"
"..."
This outco once again exceeded their expectations. Zhao Fugui and the other middle-aged individuals were not given re detention. Comparatively, being sentenced to one or two years for selling a few waterlons did seem sowhat excessive.
But... thinking of the sentences given to Zhao Dezhu and the others, they instantly understood. As guardians, knowing their parents were committing cris, they not only failed to stop them but even abetted their wrongdoing. This was likely why they didn’t receive reduced sentences. The elderly, like Zhao Dezhu, were not suited for overly harsh punishnts due to their physical condition, but their children were!
Furthermore, once their judgnts took effect, their criminal records would follow them for life, having a significant impact on their direct descendants.
「anwhile, in Zizhou.」
In a district court, at the First Criminal Trial Court, the half-hour-long reading of the judgnt docunt concluded.
Below the bench, Zhang Wei’s expression was quite peculiar.
"This... judgnt, why does it sound a bit off?" Wang Dachui leaned forward, unable to refrain from muttering. "Didn’t we have the upper hand in the second half of the trial?"
Zhang Wei’s mouth twitched. This judgnt... he also didn’t know what exactly had gone wrong. In the first half, due to Zhao Dezhu’s concealnt and the principal’s attitude, his rhythm was disrupted, leading to a complete rout. In the second half, their defense had gained a significant advantage, and Zhao Fugui and the others had cooperated very honestly. Yet, unexpectedly, in the end, those who should have received reduced sentences didn’t, while those who arguably shouldn’t have, did.
Nearby, Zhao Fugui and the others, upon hearing their verdicts, showed expressions of panic and dismay. The words "fixed-term imprisonnt" struck them to the core. Cold sweat broke out on many of their foreheads, their faces ashen. To think that helping sell a few waterlons would lead to this... They felt incredibly aggrieved and regretful. If only they had known, they wouldn’t have helped sell the waterlons no matter what.
On the other hand, Zhao Dezhu and the other grey-haired elderly individuals were comparatively calm, forming a stark contrast. According to their understanding, probation ant no jail ti. Even if they did go to prison, it would be to a ward for the elderly and disabled. At worst, they would just consider it a change of scenery for their retirent.
"This judgnt shall take effect from the date of issuance. Within fifteen days, if there is disagreent with this judgnt, a request for a retrial may be filed with this court, or an appeal may be made to a higher court."
In the courtroom, the Judgnt Chief looked at everyone. After speaking, he had the written judgnts distributed. Once all 178 judgnt docunts had been handed to each person...
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