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How long was Sarkozy sentenced to prison?

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Nicolas Sarkozy was sentenced to five years in prison for criminal conspiracy related to his 2007 presidential campaign funding.

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Former French president Sarkozy sentenced to five years in prison

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  • Nicolas Sarkozy has been sentenced to five years in prison.
  • He will be summoned by the National Financial Prosecutor's Office to set his prison entry date within four months. 10s
  • Sarkozy must serve time in jail even if he appeals the decision. 34s
  • He is expected to be held in a dedicated wing at La Santé prison due to his status. 42s
  • Sarkozy will be the first French post-war leader to serve prison time. 1m 33s
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Former French president Sarkozy sentenced to five years in prison
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France 24
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Former French president Sarkozy sentenced to five years in prison

Sarkozy will be summoned to find out the date he will be sent to prison and must serve five years, even if he appeals.

Former French President Sarkozy sentenced to 5 years in jail
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Former French President Sarkozy sentenced to 5 years in jail

Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy was sentenced to five years in prison after being found guilty of criminal conspiracy.

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