The judge found the former prime minister guilty on all charges and sentenced him to five years` imprisonment. Merabishvili will not be able to hold a high public office for a year and a half after release.
Zurab Chiaberashvili was found guilty of one charge only, he must pay a fine in the amount of 50,000 lari.
Merabishvili didn`t personally participate in the process. His lawyers said that they will appeal against the decision of the Kutaisi Court.
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