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Sempio’s lawyer says a trial referral would be illogical without a review of the Stasi case

Liborio Cataliotti, defending Andrea Sempio, said his client is tense but not afraid and described his innocence as his strength.

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What is happening

Cataliotti stated that referring Sempio for trial without a review of the Stasi case would be illogical and unprecedented. He also argued that pursuing both proceedings would be unconstitutional.

Why is it on the Radar?

The statement sets out the defense’s position on the relationship between Sempio’s case and the Stasi case, and raises a constitutional objection to proceeding with both.

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