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Gérard Depardieu Trial Concludes with Prosecution Seeking Suspended Sentence

The French actor faces allegations of sexual assault and harassment, with the court's verdict scheduled for May 13, 2025.

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Gérard Depardieu et son avocat Jérémie Assous, au palais de Justice de Paris, au jour de l'ouverture du procès de l'acteur pour violences sexuelles, le 24 mars 2025.
Jérémie Assous, avocat de Gérard Depardieu, au soir de la première journée d'audience au Palais de justice de Paris, le 24 mars 2025.

Overview

  • The trial, which ran from March 24 to March 28, 2025, involved accusations of sexual assault, harassment, and sexist offenses during the 2021 filming of 'Les Volets Verts.'
  • The prosecution has requested an 18-month suspended prison sentence, a €20,000 fine, and mandatory psychological treatment for Depardieu.
  • Depardieu denies the allegations, claiming he does not understand what constitutes sexual assault, while acknowledging past inappropriate behavior.
  • The defense, led by Jérémie Assous, has been widely criticized for its aggressive and sexist tactics, including attempts to discredit the victims.
  • The trial has reignited broader conversations about sexism in the legal system and accountability in the entertainment industry, with nearly 200 lawyers condemning the conduct observed during the proceedings.