Hong Kong court overturns activists' prison sentences

Hong Kong's highest court has overturned prison sentences for three young pro-democracy activists convicted over their roles in 2014's "Umbrella Movement" protests in the city.

Hong Kong court overturns activists' prison sentences
Tue, 06 Feb, 2018 - 10:43

Hong Kong's highest court has overturned prison sentences for three young pro-democracy activists convicted over their roles in 2014's "Umbrella Movement" protests in the city.

A panel of judges sided with Joshua Wong, Nathan Law and Alex Chow in their appeal against prison terms for unlawful assembly.

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