Both Sides Appeal Billionaire Samsung Heir's Sentence
- Critics argue ruling sets stage for Lee’s ticket out of prison
- Samsung trial closely watched as President Moon seeks reforms
Samsung's Lee Jailed for 5 Years
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The sheer size of Samsung in South Korea has long divided public opinion in the country and that continues as the heir apparent appeals his five-year prison sentence for bribery.
Jay Y. Lee, the founder’s grandson, will this month begin legal arguments against his conviction as he continues to profess innocence. Prosecutors will line up on the other side as they push to lock him up for a term closer to the 12 years they sought at trial, cheered on by politicians and critics of South Korea’s biggest chaebol.