"What nonsense! This is absolutely nonsense!

"Iwanaga stood up immediately and said, "The facts of this case are very clear. Morimoto holds positions at both Kyoto University and industrial research enterprises. Therefore, it does not matter whether he embezzled public funds from Kyoto University or industrial research enterprises.

.No matter what it is, it will not affect Morimoto’s guilt!”

"Why is this issue not important?

Kitahara replied forcefully, "The most important elements of the crime of corruption are taking advantage of one's position and misappropriating property. Which organization's property is Lian Morimoto embezzling and which organization is taking advantage of one's position? Even this most basic

If the facts have not been found out, can we convict and punish people?! Can we just put people in jail?!"

"Why haven't we found out!" Iwanaga raised his voice fiercely, "In this case, the positions held by Morimoto have detailed "Situation Statements" issued by universities and companies. At the same time, regarding the embezzlement of money involved in the case,

The bank transfer paths that were taken out are all clearly displayed. Who is to say that they have not checked it out! You are the one who is constantly making sophistry!"

"Okay!" Judge Zuo Jiuma on the trial bench stopped him, "Now all parties want to express their legal opinions, rather than engage in a war of words. There is no need for such unnecessary arguments in the court!"

Immediately, Judge Zuo Kuma turned to look at Kitahara, "About the matter of procedural violations. Except for the first court session, lawyer Ikegami did not come to the court to participate in the hearing during the rest of the court sessions, and did not report to the court.

The court has submitted representation opinions. Even if Kyoto University’s subject qualifications as the victim of this case are unqualified, it will not have a substantial impact on the trial. Therefore, there is no need to spend time discussing the issue of Kyoto University’s attendance as a party in this case.”

"Now, do the prosecution and defense have any new opinions to express?"

Iwanaga frowned and looked at the male lawyer opposite. After being silent for about half a minute, he said, "The prosecutor has no new opinions to express."

"The defender has no opinion to express." Kitahara also looked at the two prosecutors and replied.

Judge Zuo Kuma glanced at the lawyers and prosecutors. He really did not expect that the Morimoto corruption trial would develop to this point. Now, this case is really a problem.

Judge Zuo Jiujian immediately said: "In view of the recent significant impact of this case on the public, the defendant's final statement will be made at the next court hearing. At the same time, the prosecutor and defender have additional opinions to express, which can be left for the next court hearing. Now

, this trial is over. The bailiff took the defendant and remanded him in custody!"

"Card!"

The crisp sound of the gavel.

Morimoto’s fourth trial on corruption charges ended.

As the trial ended, the people in the court dispersed in a short time. In the entire court, Kitahara and Miyagawa were left packing their things.

Ishimura and Misumi who were in the auditorium immediately opened the wooden fence, entered the hearing area of ​​the court, and walked towards the two lawyers.

"Lawyer Kitahara! Thank you very much! You have really tried your best in this lawsuit." Ishimura showed a grateful expression. She saw the fierce confrontation in the court and saw the lawyer refuting it again and again.

When the prosecutor's accusations were made, hope really arose in her heart.

"My husband, can he really get away with it?" Shi Cun said with a trembling voice.

Kitahara stuffed a bunch of files on the table into the suitcase of the girl next to him. His face was expressionless and he just said indifferently, "Dr. Ishimura. I'm sorry, tell the truth. No matter how big the advantage is in the court, Morimoto won

The probability of a not-guilty verdict is still very slim. As I have told you before, in Japan, the probability of a defendant getting a not-guilty verdict is less than 30,000. So, please be mentally prepared."

Beiyuan's cold words were like a bucket of cold water poured over him.

Ishimura, who had been holding on to hope just now, suddenly turned a little pale, and his hands unconsciously held his clothes tightly.

Misumi, who was next to her, opened her eyes slightly when she heard Kitahara say this. This beautiful forensic doctor had been observing the entire trial. Ishimura was her good friend. Since Morimoto was imprisoned, Misumi had clearly seen

How did Ishimura become more and more haggard day by day? They were forced to separate just after they got married. Misumi could no longer imagine the pain that her classmate suffered in her heart.

"Why? Kitahara? Why do you still say that it is difficult to get a not guilty verdict when the case has reached this point?" Misumi couldn't control his emotions for a while and asked.

After hearing this, Beiyuan did not answer immediately, but continued to collect materials on the table. The male lawyer just sorted the documents one by one and put them into his briefcase.

After a long time, he spoke:

"Because - this is the system."

system.

These two words echoed in the court.

Just two simple words clearly revealed Morimoto's situation.

To obtain a not guilty verdict is tantamount to asking the public authorities to admit that they did something wrong.

For Japan’s criminal justice system, this is simply too difficult to achieve...

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…

At the same time, on the road next to the Sakyo Ward District Court.

Iwanaga and Chigako were sitting in an official car, preparing to return to the District Prosecutor's Office. As the car drove, the wind chime tied to the rearview mirror of the car swayed gently, making a crisp sound. The atmosphere in the car was a bit silent.

Horrible. Both prosecutors clearly encountered an extremely difficult opponent.

Chigako swallowed, but couldn't help but break the silence and said: "Prosecutor Iwanaga, is our case... is there really a risk of being acquitted by the court?

"

Iwanaga held the steering wheel, stared at the road ahead, and replied: "This is impossible. Indeed, our case has flaws in some places. But as the main evidence, there is no problem. Therefore, no matter what the other party's lawyer says,

It’s useless to argue.”

"What's more -" Iwanaga's eyes became gloomy, "Do you think this case is that simple? Behind this case is Kyoto University. Which judge would be willing to cooperate with such a major university?

Influential universities stand on the opposite side. If Morimoto is really acquitted of the corruption scandal, it will surely affect the whole body, and Kyoto will be in shock. The far-reaching consequences of such a verdict are definitely not for you and me.

It’s predictable.”

Although Iwanaga was indeed irritated by the Kitahara lawyer several times in court, he was not really worried about the outcome of the case. As the prosecutor handling the case, he had already

I felt the various forces surging behind this incident.

Today, Morimoto’s corruption case is a dynamite barrel.
Chapter completed!