The de facto leader of the Samsung business empire could face up to a dozen years behind bars if prosecutors get their way. He's accused of playing a key role in an influence-peddling scandal that led to the ouster of former President Park Geun-hye. In his final statement to the court on Monday, Lee said he had been falsely accused of wrongdoing. Related: What next for Samsung as chief's 'trial of the century' beginsThe court said it will announce its verdict on the case on August 25. Four former Samsung executives are also on trial, including a president of Samsung Electronics (SSNLF), the conglomerate's crown jewel.

Source: CNN August 07, 2017 10:30 UTC