Hong Kong Activist Owen Chow Jailed for Unauthorized Document Transfer in Prison
Pro-democracy activist Owen Chow received a three-day jail term and his solicitor Phyllis Woo was fined for unauthorized document transfer from prison. Chow, convicted of conspiracy to commit subversion, awaits sentencing. His defence plans to appeal, citing restrictive prison conditions and obstructed rights.
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Owen Chow, a pro-democracy activist in Hong Kong, was sentenced to three days in jail on Wednesday for transferring an unauthorized document from prison. His solicitor, Phyllis Woo, also received a fine.
Chow is one of 14 convicted of conspiracy to commit subversion, awaiting sentencing. Defence lawyer Jeffrey Tam plans to appeal the decision, citing harsh prison conditions and restricted rights.
This case reveals systemic issues in Hong Kong's Correctional Services. Chow has faced repeated punishment for legitimate complaints, highlighting broader concerns about prisoner rights and systemic repression.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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