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Roman Polanski

Oscar award-winning director Roman Polanski pleaded guilty to unlawful sex with a minor in 1978 but fled the country before his sentencing.

Prosecutor: Judge reneged on promise in Polanski abuse case
Prosecutor: Judge reneged on promise in Polanski abuse case

A Los Angeles judge privately told lawyers he would renege on a promise and imprison Roman Polanski for sexually abusing a 13-year-old girl in 1977, a former prosecutor testified, setting the stage for the renowned director to flee the U.S. as a fugitive. More

July 18, 2022