Could Russell Brand go to prison if convicted – and how long would he be jailed for?

Source: The Independent · 05 de novembro de 2026 às 11:30 · 7 h ago

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The maximum sentence for rape is life in prison, but custodial punishments vary widely

The report was published on 05 de novembro de 2026 às 11:30 by The Independent and is part of the World news coverage.

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