Nicolas Sarkozy to write prison memoir on his 20 days in jail

Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy's conviction for illegal campaign financing has been upheld by France's highest court, resulting in a six-month prison term with an electronic bracelet and an additional six months suspended. This ruling confirms the legal consequences stemming from his 2012 re-election bid, which was marred by financial misconduct.

France's top court has upheld the conviction of former President Nicolas Sarkozy for illegal campaign financing related to his 2012 reelection bid, confirming a one-year prison sentence, half of which is suspended. This ruling finalizes the legal consequences stemming from the Bygmalion case, where Sarkozy was found guilty of overspending on his campaign.

Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy has been convicted of illegal campaign financing related to his unsuccessful 2012 re-election bid, following the rejection of his final appeal by France's highest court. This ruling confirms his conviction for concealing overspending during a campaign characterized by extravagant rallies.