2024-08-23 09:36:00
The conviction of Thierry Ador to 12 months in prison with a suspended sentence is final. The Federal Court rejects the appeal of the Geneva lawyer found guilty of forgery in titles for having entered incorrect information in official lease forms.
KEYSTONE
In a ruling published on Friday, the 2nd Criminal Law Court confirms the decision of the Geneva Cantonal Court. The latter was justified in holding a heavy culpability: the convicted acted purely for financial gain while enjoying a comfortable financial situation. He showed indifference and even contempt towards the tenants he deceived.
The judges at Mon Repos also emphasize the length of the criminal period – more than 8 years – and the repeated and systematic actions of the appellant. Finally, his cooperation with the justice system quickly deteriorated, showing almost total absence of awareness.
Appropriate Sentence
Under these circumstances, the imposition of a custodial sentence – rather than a fine – appears appropriate. Indeed, the Geneva justice system deemed that a monetary penalty would not be sufficient to deter the lawyer from reoffending while he is still active in property management. This choice is not contrary to the law, concludes the Federal Court.
Thierry Ador managed, in collaboration with a property management company, the management and rental of two buildings in Morges and Lausanne between 2009 and 2017. When establishing ten new lease contracts, he provided the management with incorrect amounts regarding previous rents as well as fictitious names of former tenants.
This data was recorded by the management on the official form intended for the new tenant. This allowed for the concealment of a massive rent increase and prevented the tenant from initiating an initial dispute process. (ruling 7B_444/2023 of July 16, 2024)
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