His jail term was slashed to ten years on appeal, and further reduced for good behaviour.

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Brooklyn District Attorney Charles Hynes said his office asked for the maximum prison term knowing that the sentence would likely be reduced to 50 years on appeal, which is typical in such cases.

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IKEA's long-term prospects look equally promising: its stylish, inexpensive furniture designed for limited space should have a natural appeal for Asia's once and future upwardly mobile professionals.

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She said appeal judges decided to impose a four-year term after concluding that the 18-month sentence for offences committed over a 12-year period was "not simply merciful" but "unduly lenient".

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Restivo was given a whole life sentence - meaning he would never be released - but this was overturned after an appeal last year and reduced to a life term with a minimum term of 40 years before being eligible for parole.

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