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Prosecutors demand 12-year prison term for Samsung heir

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South Korean prosecutors are asking for a 12-year prison sentence for Samsung's jailed billionaire heir.

Lee Jae-yong maintained his innocence during a Wednesday appeal over charges of bribing public officials, including former South Korean President Park Geun-hye.

A lower court in August sentenced Lee to five years in prison. A new ruling is expected in February.

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