What was the original conviction against Tariq Ramadan by the Geneva Court of Justice?

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Tariq Ramadan's Conviction for Rape and Sexual Coercion Upheld by Swiss Federal Court

The Swiss Federal Court has rejected Tariq Ramadan's appeal against his conviction for rape and sexual coercion by the Geneva Court of Justice. This ruling confirms the earlier verdict that found the Islamic scholar guilty of raping a woman in a Geneva hotel 17 years ago. Ramadan was initially sentenced to three years in prison, with two years suspended.
Confirmation of Rape and Sexual Coercion Verdict

The Federal Court's decision explicitly dismissed Ramadan's appeal, stating that his assertion of the lower court's "assessment of the evidence was arbitrary" was unfounded. The high court found the Geneva appeals court verdict to be admissible, thereby upholding the conviction for rape and sexual coercion. This marks a significant legal outcome for the case initiated by a woman identified as "Brigitte."
Details of the Original Sentence

The Geneva appeals court had previously found Ramadan guilty of raping the complainant in a Geneva hotel approximately 17 years prior to the appeal ruling. The sentence handed down was three years of imprisonment, with a provision for two of those years to be suspended. This sentence was based on the findings of rape and sexual coercion.
Rejection of Procedural Objections

In addition to challenging the evidence assessment, Ramadan's appeal also raised procedural objections. The Federal Court, however, dismissed these objections as well. The ruling affirmed the legality and admissibility of the proceedings and verdict delivered by the lower court.
Legal Battle and Continued Allegations

Lawyers representing the complainant described the Federal Court's decision as the conclusion of a lengthy and arduous legal battle for their client. The conviction by the Geneva Court of Justice is the first guilty verdict against Ramadan, who has faced a series of rape allegations in both Switzerland and France. Despite these convictions, Ramadan has consistently maintained his innocence.

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