Hong Kong Activist and Solicitor Convicted for Ombudsman Complaint Mishap

A Hong Kong court has convicted activist Owen Chow and solicitor Phyllis Woo for allegedly carrying a complaint form to the ombudsman out of prison unauthorized. Earlier pleading not guilty, both face up to three years in prison and a fine of 2,000 HKD each.

A Hong Kong court on Monday convicted activist Owen Chow and his solicitor Phyllis Woo for allegedly carrying a complaint form to the ombudsman out of prison without authorization last May.

Both Chow and Woo had previously pleaded not guilty to the charge. The conviction means they now face potential sentences of up to three years in prison, along with a fine of 2,000 Hong Kong dollars ($256.19) each.

This case highlights ongoing tensions and legal actions related to activism in Hong Kong.