Sarkozy Jailed for Bribery in Latest French Legal Saga

Published on: 6/16/2025

Nicolas Sarkozy was sentenced to three years in jail, two suspended, for influence peddling and violating professional secrecy. He was found guilty of trying to bribe a magistrate for information about an investigation into his campaign finances. Both the magistrate and Sarkozy's lawyer were also sentenced. Secret phone calls revealed Sarkozy promising the magistrate promotions and assistance. In 2018, a Paris appeals court allowed Sarkozy to serve his time at home with an electronic tag instead of going to prison.

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