Influence trafficking: Abymes mayor Éric Jalton convicted on appeal
Pointe-à-Pitre mayor Éric Jalton has been found guilty of passive influence trafficking and sentenced to suspended prison time.
Influence trafficking: Abymes mayor Éric Jalton convicted on appeal
Éric Jalton, mayor of the municipality of Abymes in Guadeloupe, was tried on appeal for influence trafficking. The court confirmed his culpability in this case of passive corruption.
The former member of parliament is now ineligible for a period of five years. This additional sentence prevents him from seeking any elected office during this period.
Despite this conviction, the mayor announced his intention to lodge a cassation appeal. He intends to contest the decision rendered by the magistrates of the court of appeal.
This case illustrates the proceedings conducted by the National Financial Prosecutor's Office against elected officials suspected of having used their position for personal gain.
Source: Outre-mer La 1ère
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