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The two charges carry a maximum possible sentence of 10 years in prison, plus fines for the cheating charge. | The two charges carry a maximum possible sentence of 10 years in prison, plus fines for the cheating charge. | ||
==Subsequent developments== | |||
On July 29, the court of the Judicial Magistrate approved a 5-day police remand for Harsh Vardhan Jain. The remand was effective from July 29, 10 AM, until to August 2, 4 PM. | |||
==Press attention== | ==Press attention== | ||
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===Official response=== | ===Official response=== | ||
When first notified of the ongoing scandal by the Deputy Foreign Minister, [[Grand Duke Travis]] remarked, "It's a goddamn unmitigated disaster!" However, as more information was released in the press, it became apparent that Baron Jain's | When first notified of the ongoing scandal by the Deputy Foreign Minister, [[Grand Duke Travis]] remarked, "It's a goddamn unmitigated disaster!" However, as more information was released in the press, it became apparent that Baron Jain's activities were not connected to his work as a representative for Westarctica. | ||
In response to the news stories, [[Grand Duke Travis]] quickly initiated a media blitz to contain the debacle. He released a printed statement explaining the situation to Westarctica's citizens and announcing that Mr. Jain was no longer serving as a Westarctican diplomat. Then, he recorded a video statement re-stating that Mr. Jain was acting independently and | In response to the news stories, [[Grand Duke Travis]] quickly initiated a media blitz to contain the debacle. He released a printed statement explaining the situation to Westarctica's citizens and announcing that Mr. Jain was no longer serving as a Westarctican diplomat. Then, he recorded a video statement re-stating that Mr. Jain was acting independently and any potentially illegal activities were unknown to anyone in Westarctica. His Royal Highness also pledged to cooperate fully with law enforcement. | ||
Simultaneously, the Deputy Foreign Minister reached out to Baron Jain to attempt to get his side of the story and gain a better understanding of the allegations against him. | Simultaneously, the Deputy Foreign Minister reached out to Baron Jain to attempt to get his side of the story and gain a better understanding of the allegations against him. | ||