Phoenix Mercury star Brittney Griner could face up to five years in a Russian labor camp after she was arrested in the country last month, an expert said.
after Russian officials allegedly found vape cartridges in her luggage and accused her of attempting to smuggle drugs into the country.College of Law predicted that her pending legal case could result in a 5- to 10-year prison sentence, which could also include time spent at a labor camp, or a complete dismissal and exportation from the country.
"You're talking about five years, not jail time, but a labor camp," he said. "One thing I find a little worrisome is this extension of her preliminary holding from two months to three months, because you have to go to a higher authority to get it lengthened.
"This continues to be a complex situation that is extremely difficult for Brittney, her family, and all who are hoping for a swift resolution," the statement said, according to Reuters. "Our number one priority remains her safe return." August 28 2015: Phoenix Mercury center Brittney Griner before a WNBA game against the Washington Mystics at Verizon Center, in Washington D.C. Mystics won 71-63.
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