Lawyers Accused in 'Spirit Urn' Scam Cleared of Leaking Secrets

Three lawyers, including social media influencer Li Yichen, are facing accusations of masterminding a fraudulent investment scheme centered around a "spirit urn" product. Prosecutors allege they acted as "masterminds" for the scam, leaking confidential investigation records and advising accomplices to sell off assets like gold jewelry and luxury cars.

Specifically, the lawyers are accused of leaking the preliminary investigation report of the main suspect, Wu Fangyi, and notifying another accomplice, Chen Yongshan, to sell gold jewelry and a BMW after lawyer-client meetings. This alleged leak was intended to help the accomplices evade legal consequences and liquidate assets.

However, the court has cleared Li Yichen of the charge of leaking confidential information. While this ruling removes one accusation, the broader case involving the alleged fraudulent investment scheme and the lawyers' roles continues. The outcome may influence how Li Yichen and her colleagues approach future cases, with a stated intention to be more cautious.

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The court has certified that I did not leak secrets.