If you were asked to file a lawsuit, how come you were not found guilty?

Chapter 170: Are there really people stealing ATMs these days?
"It's judged!"

After seeing off Guo Tiansong and Guo Tiansong, Chang Jiahang had just hung up the banner when a message popped up on his phone. After taking a look, he shouted a few words excitedly.

Ren Zhen just sat down on the chair and was a little curious: "What case is so exciting? Has it been sentenced yet?"

"It's the case that's been very popular on the Internet recently. He stole more than 10,000 yuan and was sentenced to life in prison in the first instance."

Chang Jiahang was not in a hurry to go out. He sat down opposite Ren Zhen, handed over his cell phone, and asked him to read the second-instance verdict that had just been announced:
"The sentence was changed to five years in the second instance."

Are there still people stealing ATMs these days?
Ren Zhen glanced twice and realized that it was not the thief he thought. He nodded: "I have an impression."

Ren Zhen had been busy with Guo Tiansong's case for a while, but had only recently taken some time off. Ren Zhen only had a rough understanding of this case, which was highly discussed online.

It seems that there was an ATM malfunction. Someone withdrew more than 10,000 yuan in a row, but only more than 100 yuan was deducted from the card.

Later, the bank contacted him, but the man avoided seeing him, so the bank called the police to arrest him.

The first trial resulted in a life sentence, which caused an uproar at the time.

When you turn on your phone in those days, you can see a classic comment: Those who have made tens of millions or billions may not do it this way. Is this the end of the road?

This comment was echoed by countless netizens and must have put tremendous pressure on the court of second instance.

Otherwise, the second-instance judgment would be too different from the first-instance judgment.

And that comment is also very interesting. The word used is that he "took" 10,000+ from the bank. I guess he is not sure about the nature of this unlucky guy's behavior.

Until the second-instance judgment comes out, we probably won’t dare to say that this behavior is “stealing”.

This netizen is quite strict.

"But the sentence imposed by the court of first instance was indeed too severe, 10,000+. According to the sentencing standards for theft, it should be considered a huge amount, right?"

Chang Jiahang was a little unsure. Not every law student could memorize this stuff.

In fact, most law students really don’t endorse much.

"It's just a huge amount."

Ren Zhen nodded: "This amount is based on normal theft, which should start in three years and cap in ten years.

It is estimated that the court of first instance considered that what this kid stole was an ATM machine, which was regarded as stealing from a financial institution. The circumstances were aggravated, right? "

Although he did not know the specific circumstances of the case, Ren Zhen gave a more reasonable guess based on his experience.

"Then the second-instance judge corrected his mistake."

Chang Jiahang shook his head with some regret: "Fortunately, public opinion paid attention to this case, otherwise this person would have been so unjust and he would have been thrown into jail."

"What you said is very interesting."

Ren Zhen was stunned for a few seconds and shook his head slightly: "Public opinion has an impact on the judgment of the case. Do you think it is a good thing or a bad thing?"

"this."

Chang Jiahang just said it casually, but he didn't expect Ren Zhen to think so far.

"Theoretically, that's definitely not a good thing."

Although his practical ability still needs to be trained, it is not difficult for Chang Jiahang to say a few words about theoretical things after several years of legal education: "Theoretically speaking, judges must remain rational and objective in their judgments. ,neutral.

But this is only an ideal situation. As long as it is a judgment, all decisions will have a certain degree of subjectivity. It is just a matter of how much.

But judging from the cases of Shi Hao, Hu Jitu and this case, the focus of society's attention sometimes helps to correct unjust, false and wrong cases.

But not all public opinions can have a positive effect, so this issue can only be discussed in theory. In reality, it should be considered unsolvable, right? "

Chang Jiahang looked at Ren Zhen uncertainly and saw a flash of appreciation.

"We both have similar ideas."

Hearing what Ren Zhen said, Chang Jiahang's eyes couldn't stop the joy: "Really?"

Ren Zhen nodded: "Actually, my point of view may not be right, but on this issue, we basically have the same idea. Independence in any field can only be fully realized in ideals, and the attention of public opinion will never be They all have pros and cons, so don’t jump to a conclusion hastily.

It can only be said that with the development of the times, people are paying more and more attention to judicial cases. Legal practitioners must treat every case more prudently and try their best to achieve a perfect outcome in every case.

As lawyers, what we pursue is a relatively perfect outcome for our clients. "

Is it relatively perfect?
Hearing another new word from Ren Zhen's mouth, Chang Jiahang silently wrote it down and quickly wrote it down in his notebook when he returned home.

"Ren Lu, if it were you, this case is relatively perfect, would you still be innocent?"

Chang Jiahang suddenly thought of a question and became curious.

"Do you think that I am the spokesperson for the word "innocent"? Do you really think that I can be found not guilty in every case?"

Ren Zhen was helpless, while Chang Jiahang scratched his head. He really thought so.

"However, if there is a chance, I will definitely give it a try."

Ren Zhen rubbed his chin and thought for a moment.

After coming to this world, he was actually acquitted in the few cases he served as a defender in the end.

Although there are reasons for the case itself, and sometimes there is some luck involved, once this habit of thinking is developed, one has to admit that pleading innocent is indeed addictive.

"But without understanding the specific facts and details of the case, I will not give this a guaranteed vote."

Ren Zhen taught Chang Jiahang with a serious face: "Including you, when you start practicing law in the future, you must not make promises to the parties casually, especially those related to the outcome of the case. Don't do it just because of a quick talk or a small profit in front of you. I lost my job accidentally.”

Chang Jiahang nodded quickly. After following Ren Zhen for so long, he had already kept this truth in mind.

"But the second instance verdict on this case has come out."

Ren Zhen also clicked on a certain tweet on his computer and checked the time: "The verdict handed down two days ago was only made public today.

Now that the dust has settled, we have no chance to participate in this case. "

Chang Jiahang shrugged indifferently.

It was just a casual comment, how could a case of interest fall on their heads?
buzz-

Ren Zhen's cell phone vibrated on the table.

"Isn't this just asking you to come and clear the case?"

Chang Jiahang joked.

"Do you think it's about making a movie or writing a novel?"

Ren Zhen was speechless at the brain circuit of this trainee lawyer.

"Hey?"

After picking up the phone, Ren Zhen's expression suddenly turned strange before he said a few words.

"What's wrong, Ren Lu, your trash can is on fire?"

Chang Jiahang got up and was about to go out to get his own notebook and start studying on his own.

"You really got it right."

Ren Zhen put down his cell phone, his face was very exciting: "The opportunity has come!"

Chang Jiahang had just opened the office door and stopped, unable to react: "What opportunity?"

After a while.

Bang!
The door was slammed shut. Chang Jiahang returned to his desk in two steps and pointed at the computer screen. The judgment page had not yet been closed:
"Isn't this an opportunity?"

(End of this chapter)