Strauss-Kahn testifies in French sex ring trial

… Strauss-Kahn's lawyers acknowledge their client took part in the parties but say he did not know the women were prostitutes and so reject the charge against him of pimping, or "procuring with aggravating circumstances".

Investigating magistrates say that charge applies because in France it covers any activity seen as facilitating prostitution. In Strauss-Kahn's case, it is alleged that he allowed his rented apartment to be used for sex parties involving prostitutes and that the parties were organized for his benefit.

Moreover, because he did not pay them himself, he is alleged to have received benefit in kind from prostitution.

Strauss-Kahn, who says his political career is over, risks as much as 10 years in prison and a fine of up to 1.5 million euros ($1.72 million) if convicted. …

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