Posts Tagged ‘appeal’

Burma: Aung San Suu Kyi loses appeal

November 11th, 2010

The latest appeal by Aung San Suu Kyi against her house arrest has been rejected by Burma’s top court. There is still hope that she will be released because her current detention order expires this weekend. Her youngest son has been permitted a visa to enter the country, leading to speculation he will be allowed to see his mother for the first time in 10 years. However, Suu Kyi’s lawyer has said she would not accept a release with conditions set to inhibit her political activity.

Jailed Gambian journalists to appeal

August 19th, 2009

The six Gambian journalists whom were recently imprisoned will be launching an appeal against their two-year sentences and heavy fines, on the grounds that the convictions were unconstitutional. Hearing is most likely to begin in October as the judiciary is currently on legal vacation. Read more here

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