CLEAN : Russia court hands US investor, French banker suspended sentences

The transcript discusses a court case where no crime occurred, as confirmed by all witnesses, including those for the prosecution. Despite this, the discussion highlights the challenges of sentencing and the injustice of being convicted for a non-existent crime. The narrative reflects on the realism and pragmatism of sentencing history and statistics, noting that a suspended sentence is often seen as a victory, yet it remains outrageous to be convicted without a crime.

What is the nature of the content in the first section of the transcript?

• A coherent story

• A list of unrelated phrases

• A scientific explanation

• A detailed analysis

What was the main issue with the court case discussed in the second section?

• There was no clear evidence

• The defendant was absent

• The court couldn't understand the case due to lack of victim, damage, or beneficiary

• The judge was biased

Who confirmed the absence of any crime in the court case?

• Only the defense witnesses

• The judge alone

• Only the prosecution witnesses

• All witnesses, including those for the prosecution

What does the third section suggest about receiving a suspended sentence?

• It is a common outcome

• It is a rare occurrence

• It is considered almost a victory

• It is a sign of guilt

How does the third section describe the conviction of a crime that never happened?

• As a necessary evil

• As a common mistake

• As simply outrageous

• As a minor issue